Egyptian officials deny 'mysterious virus' outbreak in Esna, say cases are seasonal

Egypt's Cabinet Media Center and Health Ministry have denied reports of a mysterious virus in Esna, attributing the cases to a recurring seasonal infection.

• Health Ministry spokesman Hossam Abdel Ghaffar said the virus is a known seasonal infection transmitted by insects, causing fever and body aches.
• The Cabinet's Media Center, citing the Health Ministry, said the infection does not spread through drinking water, food, or contact.
• The ministry said most recorded cases are mild and recover at home, with no hospital admissions required.
• The ministry confirmed intensified campaigns against disease-carrying insects and rodents, coordinated with preventive medicine authorities.