Middle East Respiratory Syndrome: Causes & symptoms - Science & Technology
Q. Consider the following statements about Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS)
1. It is a viral respiratory disease caused by a novel coronavirus
2. Camels are likely to be a major reservoir host.
3. It was first identified in Saudi Arabia in 2012.
Which of the above statements are true?- Published on 07 Jun 15a. 1,2
b. 2,3
c. 1,3
d. All
ANSWER: All
South Korea has reported its seventh death from Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS).Typical MERS symptoms include fever, cough and shortness of breath. Pneumonia is common, but not always present. Gastrointestinal symptoms, including diarrhoea, have also been reported.
