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New Tick-Borne Virus Discovered in China
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In 2019, a new tick-borne virus, Wetland Virus (WELV), was discovered in a Chinese patient. Researchers tested 680 patients with tick bites and fever; 20 were WELV-positive. Symptoms ranged from fever to neurological issues. WELV was found in 2% of 14,500 ticks, suggesting the vector is the Haemaphysalis concinna tick. The virus also infected rodents, sheep, pigs, and horses, potentially facilitating wider transmission. Monitoring and detection are crucial to understanding WELV's impact on human health.
| Scores | Value | Explanation |
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| Objectivity | 6 | Comprehensive reporting and in-depth analysis. |
| Social Impact | 4 | Strong social discussion, influencing some public opinion. |
| Credibility | 5 | Solid evidence from authoritative sources. |
| Potential | 5 | Very high potential to trigger a larger event. |
| Practicality | 4 | Highly practical, directly applicable. |
| Entertainment Value | 2 | Slightly monotonous, few entertaining elements. |