Search

for
Search:

GlossaryMiddle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS)

viral illness caused by MERS-CoV with severe respiratory symptoms

Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS) is a viral respiratory illness caused by the MERS coronavirus (MERS-CoV). First identified in Saudi Arabia in 2012, it can lead to severe respiratory symptoms such as fever, cough, and shortness of breath, and has a high mortality rate. The virus is believed to have originated in bats and can be transmitted to humans through contact with camels or other infected individuals.

Related Terms

Learn

0 / 0 results

— no results

Research

5 / 379 results

research Identifying SARS-CoV-2 Entry Inhibitors Through Drug Repurposing Screens of SARS-S and MERS-S Pseudotyped Particles

20 citations , July 2020 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)”

Six existing drugs may help block virus entry in COVID-19.

research Gender/Sex, Race/Ethnicity, Similarities/Differences Among SARS-CoV, MERS-CoV, and COVID-19 Patients

4 citations , January 2021 in “The Southwest Respiratory and Critical Care Chronicles”

Men and minority groups face higher risks and severe outcomes from SARS-CoV, MERS-CoV, and COVID-19.

research In Silico Screening of Moroccan Medicinal Plants with the Ability to Directly Inhibit the Novel Coronavirus, SARS-CoV-2

2 citations , July 2020 in “Research Square (Research Square)”

Some Moroccan medicinal plants may contain compounds that can inhibit the virus causing COVID-19.

research Brow Suspension Suture Procedure

December 2011 in “The American Journal of Cosmetic Surgery”

The brow-suspension suture is a quick, safe, and effective alternative to traditional brow lifts.

research Progression of Body-Related Viruses in Humans: A Review

May 2021 in “Immunology and Infectious Diseases”

Viruses continue to challenge human health despite medical advances.

View more "mers" in research →

Community Join

1 / 1 results

community Let’s do this! 90 minoxidil pills for £79 and 168 finasteride pills for £58.95. Fuckin expensive but hopefully worth it.

in Update 3 years ago

This conversation is about various treatments for hair loss, including taking Oral Minoxidil and Finasteride pills. It discusses different prices and sources of these medications in different countries.