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·November 2, 2019·2 min read

Emotional trauma and fear most likely cause of ‘Havana Syndrome’

Study reports the mysterious symptoms suffered by diplomats in Havana during 2016 and 2017 may have been caused by emotional trauma and fear. The authors claim Havana Syndrome is akin to "shell shock" symptoms, associated with war trauma.

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·October 3, 2019·3 min read

Pesticides likely caused ‘Havana syndrome’ that affected Cuba-based diplomats

Initially believed to be an acoustic attack, researchers now believe they have pinpointed a possible cause of the bizarre neurological symptoms reported by diplomats in Cuba in 2016. Researchers say a possible source for 'Havana syndrome' is exposure to cholinesterase inhibitors via organophosphorus insecticides.