Researchers find new henipavirus in Alabama shrews, raising potential human health concerns.

Researchers at the University of Queensland have discovered the Camp Hill virus, a type of henipavirus, in shrews in Alabama, marking its first identification in North America. This virus, related to the Nipah virus, can cause serious illnesses in humans and animals. The discovery raises concerns about potential transmission to humans, though further research is needed to assess the risk.

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