Wanglang Angel: 27-Year-Old Animal Protection Influencer Dies After 22 Days in ICU from Rare Fungus

In Gansu, 27-year-old animal protection influencer Qin Siyue, after contracting the rare fungus 'Oryzaearum orientalis', developed hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (HLH) and died after 22 days of critical care in the ICU. She had gained popularity online for rescuing a stray dog named 'Xiao Xingyun'.

In Gansu, 27-year-old animal protection influencer Qin Siyue, who gained popularity online for rescuing a stray dog named 'Xiao Xingyun', passed away after 22 days in critical care from a rare fungus 'Oryzaearum orientalis' that resulted in hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (HLH).

Background

Starting from October 2023, Qin Siyue had frequently rescued stray animals. One notable rescue involved assisting a hurt stray dog, which eventually gained widespread attention on social media, boosting her online popularity. Cases of human infections with Oryzaearum orientalis are extremely rare and usually only seen in certain animals, yet they have attracted significant attention regarding the health risks to well-intentioned individuals.

Insight

Qin Siyue's husband repeatedly posted on TikTok to gather public support, but ultimately, her life could not be saved. This tragedy serves as a reminder of the health risks involved when interacting with stray animals and highlights the increased public awareness towards animal welfare and the protection of stray animals.