What is Mpox, Now Declared Global Health Emergency
By : DC Web Desk
Update: 2024-08-20 08:40 GMT
Mpox or Monkeypox outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo and other african countries was declared as ‘Public Health Emergency of International Concern” by the World Health Organization (WHO) on August 14.
The declaration was made by WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus based on the advice of an International Health Regulations Emergency Committee. As of now, Sweden reported one Mpox case and Pakistan recorded four cases of monkeypox.
The Union Health Ministry on Monday has asked all airports as well as authorities at land ports on borders with Bangladesh and Pakistan to remain alert about incoming international passengers reporting Mpox symptoms, reported PTI.
What is Mpox or Monkeypox?
Mpox is a rare zoonotic disease, which spreads from infected animals to humans, caused by Mpox virus. The virus is transmitted to humans through physical contact with the infected person and also through infected blood, fluids and skin lesions.
Symptoms
Person infected with the Mpox virus will get a rash on the body and these rashes will develop into blisters filled with fluid, which can be painful or itchy. The rashes will go through several stages, including scabs, before healing. Fever, Chills, Swollen lymph nodes, Exhaustion, Muscle aches and backache, Headache, Respiratory symptoms (e.g., sore throat, nasal congestion, or cough).
Treatment
Currently, there is no treatment for monkeypox but supportive care is recommended for the disease such as medication for fever or pain. Mpox symptoms will go away on its own.
People suffering from Monkeypox are advised to stay hydrated, avoid scratching skin, get good sleep and eat well.
The Union Health Ministry on Monday has asked all airports as well as authorities at land ports on borders with Bangladesh and Pakistan to remain alert about incoming international passengers reporting Mpox symptoms, reported PTI.
What is Mpox or Monkeypox?
Mpox is a rare zoonotic disease, which spreads from infected animals to humans, caused by Mpox virus. The virus is transmitted to humans through physical contact with the infected person and also through infected blood, fluids and skin lesions.
Symptoms
Person infected with the Mpox virus will get a rash on the body and these rashes will develop into blisters filled with fluid, which can be painful or itchy. The rashes will go through several stages, including scabs, before healing. Fever, Chills, Swollen lymph nodes, Exhaustion, Muscle aches and backache, Headache, Respiratory symptoms (e.g., sore throat, nasal congestion, or cough).
Treatment
Currently, there is no treatment for monkeypox but supportive care is recommended for the disease such as medication for fever or pain. Mpox symptoms will go away on its own.
People suffering from Monkeypox are advised to stay hydrated, avoid scratching skin, get good sleep and eat well.