MERS-CoV has sickened 49 people and killed 27 , World Health Organization says . So far , those with MERS-CoV have received supportive treatments to relieve their symptoms . The virus is spread through close contact with infected animals or by touching surfaces that have been contaminated with the disease. Experts say the virus could show up in the United States .
MERS-CoV has sickened 49 people and killed 27 , World Health Organization says . The virus is spread through close contact with infected animals or by touching surfaces that have been contaminated with the disease. Experts say the virus could show up in the United States .