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Get to know the Hendra Virus that is transmitted from animals to humans

TRIBUNBATAM.id -The world seems to be constantly being “attacked” by strange viruses that come and go.

After Covid-19, which is not clear when it will end, the Singapore Flu and Monkey Pox which have recently returned to be discussed, have now appeared again hendra virus.

It was reported, that someone who was already infected hendra virus may show several symptoms, namely:

– Fever

– Cough

– Sore throat

– Headache

Meningitis or inflammation of the lining of the brain

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Researchers from Australia’s Griffith University said the Hendra virus (HeV) can be transmitted to horses and humans.

Citing the Griffith University page, Tuesday (10/6/2022) the virus was detected in the urine of black and gray-headed bats, which spread from New South Wales to Queensland.

“The results of our study by examining specific bat species, help identify how this virus variant is transmitted to horses and humans,” said study leader from the Center for Planetary Health and Food Security, Dr Alison Peel.

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