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What is Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever?
Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever is a severe viral disease found in parts of Africa, Asia, the Middle East and Europe. It can spread through infected tick bites or contact with infected animal or human blood and tissues.
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A high-consequence regional disease
WHO describes sudden fever, muscle ache, dizziness, neck pain and headache among early features, with severe cases developing bleeding and organ complications.
Exposure history guides response
Risk depends on geography, tick contact, livestock work, slaughtering and contact with infected body fluids. Anyone concerned about a relevant exposure should follow urgent local public-health instructions.