Why old Saudi camel tradition may hinder spread of new MERS virus

It is known as the ‘ship of the desert’, and in scientific terms ‘an even-toed ungulate with the genus Camelus’, bearing distinctive fatty deposits known as ‘humps’ on its back. The camel  produces milk called  a ‘nearly perfect animal product for humans’. Its health properties have helped to boost the fledgling camel milk industry’s marketing efforts. Proponents  say … Read more