A deadly Middle East virus that has killed more than 100 people made a surprising appearance in Indiana this week. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention confirmed the case of Middle East respiratory syndrome, commonly known as MERS, and announced Friday that it launched an investigation into the case.
It's easy to become alarmed by news like this, especially if you're unaware of the facts. Here's what you need to know about the virus, and the overall situation as it stands today:
How worried should I be?
Let's be very clear here: You are in no immediate dangerThe CDC said in a briefing that the risk to the public is "very low." Read more...
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