Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus (MERS-CoV)

Coronaviruses are common throughout the world. They can infect people and animals. Five different coronaviruses can infect people and make them sick. They usually cause mild to moderate upper-respiratory illness. But, some coronaviruses, like the one that caused SARS in 2003, can cause severe illness.

For the Public

• Public Health Notice - Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus (MERS-CoV) - Oct 01, 2013
• Travel Health Notice - Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus (MERS-CoV)
• Travel Health Notice - The Hajj 1434/2013
• Frequently Asked Questions – Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus (MERS-CoV)
• Resources
• Coronavirus in Animals

For Health Professionals

• Initial Decision Making and Management of Persons Who May be Infected with Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus (MERS-CoV) or Avian Influenza A(H7N9) Virus
• Assessment of Public Health Risk to Canada Associated with Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus (MERS-CoV)
• National Interim Case Definition – Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus (MERS-CoV)
• Interim Guidance - Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus (MERS-CoV) - Infection Prevention and Control Guidance for Acute Care Settings
• Emerging Respiratory Pathogens and Severe Acute Respiratory Infection (SARI) Case Report Form