MERS
Also called: Middle East respiratory syndrome
A viral respiratory illness caused by a coronavirus.
- Treatable by a medical professional
- Requires a medical diagnosis
- Lab tests or imaging always required
- Short-term: resolves within days to weeks
- Critical: needs emergency care
Middle East respiratory syndrome (MERS) is a contagious, sometimes fatal respiratory illness. It's often spread through close contact with an infected person.
Extremely rare: Fewer than 1,000 US cases per year
Consult a doctor for medical advice
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Since April 2012 and as of 29 April 2024, a total of 2 622 cases of MERS, including 950 deaths, have been reported by health authorities worldwide.
Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS) is an emerging viral respiratory disease that primarily affects the lungs and breathing passages.