Marine virus transmitted to humans: alarming scientific first

Researchers have documented for the first time the transmission of a marine virus directly to a human, opening a new chapter in marine zoonosis surveillance.

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This discovery raises concerns about emerging risks linked to interactions between marine ecosystems and public health.

Health authorities are strengthening surveillance of marine pathogens and practices involving contact with coastal environments.

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