Alabama's Camp Hill Virus A Deadly Henipavirus Discovery

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A deadly virus family strikes America for the first time as Camp Hill virus emerges in Alabama's shrews.

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Scientists discovered this virus belongs to henipavirus family, which already caused lethal outbreaks in Asia and Australia.

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The Hendra virus, a close relative, carries a staggering 70% death rate in Australia.

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Nipah virus, another family member, killed between 40-75% of infected people during outbreaks in Malaysia and Bangladesh.

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Shrews, small mouse-like creatures carrying Camp Hill virus, live across entire North America.

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China already saw shrew-to-human transmission with Langya virus, raising concerns about Camp Hill virus's potential jump.

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University of Queensland leads research with US partners to study virus proteins and develop protective measures.

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Dr. Parry's team focuses on understanding if Camp Hill virus poses danger to humans.

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