Is Russia facing a mystery ‘Covid-like’ virus that makes patients cough up blood?

Is Russia facing a mystery ‘Covid-like’ virus that makes patients cough up blood?

Multiple reports have surfaced about a mysterious ‘Covid-like’ virus spreading in Russia, causing high fever and, in some cases, even coughing up blood. Local media and social media posts suggest the illness begins with symptoms similar to Covid-19, like fatigue and muscle aches. It is worth noting that Russia’s public health agency, Rospotrebnadzor, has dismissed claims of any outbreak

The symptoms described – initial fatigue and aches, followed by fever and a debilitating cough. Pixabay/Representational Image