Monkeypox

Scientists searched for the mysterious animal host for decades. After years of study, a bit of luck, and one infected monkey, they finally found the answer.

Mpox still a health emergency, says WHO

The WHO, which first declared the emergency in August last year, said its decision was based on the continuing rise in the number of mpox cases and the geographic spread of the outbreak.

Two Monkeypox cases reported in Kerala

Following the reports of the disease, the Health Department has directed those who came in contact with the patients to monitor for any symptoms and report them accordingly.

Kerala confirms second Mpox case, boosts precautions statewide

To manage any potential surge, the health department has prepared isolation wards in 14 hospitals across the state, ensuring readiness to tackle the situation should it escalate.

Mpox symptoms and prevention: Wash hands regularly, avoid shared items to protect yourself

Mpox prevention tips: The World Health Organization (WHO) recently declared Mpox a public health emergency of international concern (PHEIC), largely because of its spread in Africa. India has also reported its second case. To keep yourself safe from this viral disease, here are some helpful tips.

Mpox less deadly, not second Covid-19, expert Epidemiologist tells News18

The death rate of this infection is low, and is relatively easy to identify a case, Dr Raman Gangakhedkar said

New mpox strain is changing fast; African scientists are ‘working blind’ to respond

Mpox, formerly known as monkeypox, has been a public health problem in parts of Africa since 1970, but received little global attention until it surged internationally in 2022, prompting the World Health Organization to declare a global health emergency.

Dollar slips as traders weigh Middle East risks, US rate cuts

Imminent US rate cuts also remained at the top of investors' minds and further pressured the greenback, though currencies were mostly rangebound on the lack of major news in the Asian session

What is Clade 1b strain? Know all about deadlier version of mpox virus – 5 points

Clade 1b strain of the mpox virus was first identified in the eastern region of Democratic Republic of Congo.

What is Monkeypox? Will Mpox become a global pandemic like Covid-19? Virologist Dr. Vinod Balasubramaniam explains

In an exclusive interview with Moneycontrol.com, Dr. Vinod Balasubramaniam, a molecular virologist, discusses the nature of monkeypox and whether it poses a global pandemic threat like COVID-19.

Is India’s medical delivery fit enough to take on an Mpox outbreak?

The fresh spread of the Monkeypox virus in Africa triggers concern worldwide, prompting nations to check their readiness to tackle medical emergencies

Mpox's 1st cases outside Africa trigger alarm; WHO sounds emergency: What's next?

WHO has declared mpox a public health emergency of international concern, after rising cases in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the potential for further spread.

Africa's top health body declares mpox a continental health emergency

As of August 2024, over 15,000 cases and 461 deaths have been reported across Africa, marking a 160 percent rise compared to the same period last year

27 confirmed monkeypox cases reported in India: Govt to LS

The World Health Organization (WHO) declared an outbreak of monkeypox disease as a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC) on July 23, 2022, Baghel said.

Monkeypox declining globally since mid-August: Govt

Most cases detected till date have been mild and treatment for the disease remains largely supportive, Pawar said in a written reply to a question in Rajya Sabha on Tuesday.

WHO plans to rename monkeypox to 'MPOX'

The decision, which could be announced as early as Wednesday comes in response to growing pressure from senior Biden officials, who privately urged WHO leaders to change the name, Politico added.

Britain says monkeypox shot offers strong 78% protection

Monkeypox cases have remained low but the World Health Organisation continues to classify the disease as a global health emergency, its highest level of alert.

Discontinuation of small pox vaccine might have helped in resurgence of monkeypox cases: Doctors

An editorial written by researchers from the Institute of Clinical Microbiology and Immunology at the hospital, which was published in the current edition of the Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology, suggests that authorities should launch a programme for inoculating those aged below 45 years with the small pox vaccine since it provides 85 per cent protection.

Delhi records 9th monkeypox case; India's tally reaches 14

Monkeypox is a viral zoonotic disease having common symptoms such as fever, skin lesions, lymphadenopathy, headache, muscle aches, exhaustion, chills or sweats and sore throat and cough

Nigerian woman tests positive for monkeypox in Delhi, India's tally rises to 13

Another person suspected to be suffering from monkeypox has also been admitted to the Delhi government-run hospital, the sources said.

Monkeypox may cause neurological damage, including inflammation of the brain – new study

There are historic reports of neurological complications in people infected with the related smallpox virus and in people vaccinated against smallpox, which contains the related vaccinia virus.

This Is not the Monkeypox that doctors thought they knew

Monkeypox patients have turned up with what looked like mosquito bites, pimples or ingrown hairs, not the large pustules usually associated with the infection.

Man tests positive for Monkeypox, Covid-19 and HIV after Spain trip

The 36-year-old man, who has not been identified, developed a sore throat, fever, headache and fatigue after returning to Italy

Why experts want to rename Monkeypox

The stoning and poisoning of wild primates in Brazil is an especially lurid example of how an inaptly named disease can have real-world implications

Tomato flu not linked to SARS CoV 2, monkeypox or dengue, says Health Ministry

The recent outbreak of the disease has been reported from four states in the country