Havana syndrome

American  

[huh-vanuh sin-drohm, -druhm] / həˈvænə ˌsɪn droʊm, -drəm /

noun

1. a cluster of diverse, unexplained medical symptoms first reported by U.S. and Canadian embassy staff in Havana, Cuba, in 2016, also reported later by other U.S. government personnel in other locations.

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Etymology

Origin of Havana syndrome

First recorded in 2017

Example Sentences

It is unlikely, however, according to reliable sources that the U.S. government is responsible for causing Havana syndrome.

From Salon • Apr. 23, 2024

There have been many theories about the cause behind the Havana syndrome, and as Salon exclusively reported last year, the wide range of symptoms could be traced to a variety of energy weapons.

From Salon • Apr. 23, 2024

Havana syndrome is the name for a collection of debilitating symptoms — including migraines, vertigo and other ailments — first seen in diplomats and spies working at the U.S.

From New York Times • Feb. 12, 2024

Declassified U.S. intelligence report on "Anomalous Health Incidents," better known as Havana syndrome.

From Salon • Mar. 29, 2023

Since the first Havana syndrome cases were reported in 2016, members of Congress have been pushing for better treatment and compensation for diplomats and C.I.A. officers who reported the ailments.

From New York Times • Mar. 1, 2023