Mpox Case in Kerala / Second case of monkeypox found in the country, is this virus becoming dangerous?

A monkeypox patient has been found in Malappuram, Kerala, who had returned from UAE. The Health Minister said that after seeing the symptoms in the patient, he was admitted to the hospital, where the virus was confirmed. The Health Department has appealed to the passengers to inform if they notice any symptoms. Investigation has been increased at the airport.

Vikrant Shekhawat : Sep 19, 2024, 08:00 AM

Mpox Case in Kerala: A new case of monkeypox has been reported in Malappuram, Kerala. The person had recently returned from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and had symptoms of monkeypox. The Health Minister of Kerala confirmed the case and said that the investigation report has made it clear that this person is infected with monkeypox.

Activity of the Health Department

The Health Minister said that the suspected patient was immediately admitted to the hospital, where he was examined. He has warned all the passengers that if they have a foreign travel history and show symptoms of monkeypox, they should immediately inform the Health Department. Along with this, arrangements have been made for treatment and isolation in hospitals. The Health Department has also released the phone numbers of nodal officers so that suspected cases can be identified quickly.

Contact tracing and precaution

Tracing of people who came in contact with the monkeypox patient is going on. Many of these reports have come negative, which is a good news. The health department has increased the screening process at the airport. The process of isolating any suspected case immediately after showing symptoms is being implemented.

Global health situation

Recently, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared monkeypox a global health emergency. This decision was taken due to the ever-increasing cases of this virus in Africa. Two years ago also monkeypox knocked globally, in which about 30 cases were reported in India. Although only two cases have been reported this time, experts believe that the second strain currently spreading may be more dangerous.

Experts' advice

Epidemiologist Dr. Jugal Kishore says that some cases of monkeypox may come up, but there is no need to panic. He said that awareness and vigilance are necessary. Monkeypox does not spread as fast as Kovid-19, but if a person shows flu-like symptoms or skin rashes, it is important to get tested immediately.

Conclusion

Amid the rising number of monkeypox cases in Kerala, the health department has started taking all necessary steps. Citizens are being advised to stay alert and follow precautions. Through the proactiveness of the health department and the advice of experts, it is hoped that the spread of the virus will be controlled.