By JACOB WALTERAn outbreak of Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus (MERS-CoV), normally referred to as MERS, has been reported in camels in Marsabit County. He noted that people with exposure to camels are highly susceptible to MERS-CoV, a dangerous respiratory virus. Dromedary camels are thought to be a major host for the virus and a source of MERS infection in humans. Researchers have found MERS in camels from several countries. Dr Sori called on the national government to swing into action and institute mitigating measures to avert any looming crisis.

Source: Daily Nation April 29, 2020 16:51 UTC