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The monkeypox virus outbreak is still ongoing, but there has been a significant decline in cases in many parts of the world. As of September 26, 2023, there have been over 71,000 cases and 26 deaths reported in over 100 countries.
The virus is most commonly spread through close contact with an infected person's rash, bodily fluids, or respiratory droplets. It can also be spread through contact with contaminated objects, such as bedding or clothing.
The most common symptoms of monkeypox...
Published 09/26/23
The monkeypox outbreak has continued to decline in recent months, with the World Health Organization (WHO) reporting just over 59,000 cases and 18 deaths worldwide as of September 25, 2023. This is a significant decrease from the peak of the outbreak in July, when over 10,000 cases were being reported each week.
The decline in cases is likely due to a combination of factors, including the rollout of vaccines and the efforts of public health officials to raise awareness of the virus and...
Published 09/25/23
The monkeypox virus, now renamed mpox, is a viral zoonotic disease that is transmitted from animals to humans. The virus is endemic to Central and West Africa, but in 2022, there was a global outbreak of mpox that affected over 89,000 people in over 100 countries.
As of September 20, 2023, there have been 30,767 cases of mpox reported in the United States, with 50 deaths. The outbreak has slowed significantly since its peak in July 2022, but it is still important to be aware of the risks and...
Published 09/22/23
As of September 20, 2023, there have been over 50,000 cases of monkeypox reported in over 90 countries.
The monkeypox virus is spread through close contact with an infected person or animal, or through contact with contaminated objects such as bedding or clothing. The virus can also be transmitted through respiratory droplets, but this is less common.
The symptoms of monkeypox usually appear within 7-14 days of exposure to the virus. The most common symptom is a fever, followed by a rash...
Published 09/20/23
The monkeypox virus is a rare but serious viral illness that can cause fever, headache, muscle aches, backache, swollen lymph nodes, and a rash. The rash often begins on the face and then spreads to other parts of the body.
Monkeypox is transmitted through close contact with an infected person or animal, or through contact with contaminated objects such as bedding or clothing. The virus can also be transmitted through respiratory droplets, but this is less common.
The monkeypox outbreak that...
Published 09/19/23
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), as of September 17, 2023, there have been over 55,000 cases of monkeypox reported worldwide, including over 14,000 cases in the United States.
The WHO has declared the monkeypox outbreak a global health emergency. The WHO is working with countries to coordinate the response to the outbreak and to ensure that vaccines and treatments are available to those who need them.
The WHO recommends that the following people be vaccinated against...
Published 09/17/23
The global monkeypox outbreak continues, with over 150,000 cases reported in over 100 countries.
The most common symptoms of monkeypox are fever, headache, muscle aches, backache, swollen lymph nodes, chills, and fatigue. A rash usually develops within 1-3 days of the onset of symptoms and can spread to all parts of the body. The rash typically starts as flat red bumps that then turn into blisters and eventually scabs.
Monkeypox is a serious illness, but most people recover within a few...
Published 09/15/23
The World Health Organization (WHO) reported 89,581 confirmed cases of monkeypox worldwide as of September 12, 2023. Of these cases, 87,688 are in countries that have not historically reported monkeypox. The United States has the most cases with 30,767, followed by the United Kingdom with 20,230 and Spain with 18,938.
The WHO has not yet declared a public health emergency of international concern (PHEIC) for monkeypox, but it is monitoring the situation closely. The agency has said that the...
Published 09/12/23
This is a news update on the monkey pox virus for September 11, 2023.
The global case count of monkey pox has reached 89,581, with the United States having the most cases (30,767). India has 13 confirmed cases, with the latest one being reported in Delhi on September 10.
The World Health Organization (WHO) has not declared a public health emergency of international concern (PHEIC) for monkey pox, but it is monitoring the situation closely. The WHO has said that the monkey pox outbreak is...
Published 09/11/23
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Today's update is as follows:
The World Health Organization has raised the monkeypox alert level to 2, which means the disease is now considered to be a potential public health threat that requires enhanced surveillance and response.
The United States has reported 13 cases of monkeypox, all of which have been in men who have sex with men.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued guidance on how to prevent the...
Published 09/07/23
here is the monkeypox update for September 6, 2023:
The global monkeypox outbreak has continued to grow, with over 14,000 cases reported in more than 70 countries.
The United States has the most cases, with over 2,000 cases reported.
India has reported 13 cases, the most of any country in Asia.
The World Health Organization (WHO) has said that the monkeypox outbreak is a "moderate" public health event of international concern.
The WHO is working to increase vaccination and testing for...
Published 09/06/23
Good morning, everyone, and welcome to Monkey Pox 4 1 1 . I'm your host.
Today, we're going to be talking about the monkey pox virus. This virus has been making headlines lately, as cases have been reported in countries around the world, including India.
The first case of monkey pox in India was reported in July 2022. Since then, there have been 13 confirmed cases in the country. The majority of these cases have been reported in the southern state of Kerala.
Monkey pox is a rare but serious...
Published 09/04/23
The global outbreak of monkeypox is still ongoing, but the number of new cases has been declining in recent weeks. As of September 3, 2023, there have been a total of 89,581 confirmed cases and 53 deaths reported to the World Health Organization (WHO). The United States has the most cases, with 30,767, followed by the United Kingdom with 20,239.
The monkeypox virus is typically spread through skin-to-skin contact with the rash of an infected person or by close contact with infected body...
Published 09/03/23