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The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued a global public health emergency due to the escalating monkeypox outbreak primarily affecting African countries. This marks the second time in two years that the WHO has taken such drastic measures.
Monkeypox Key Points:
- Rapid Spread: The disease has spread to over 70 countries, with over 17,000 suspected cases and 100 deaths reported.
- Origin and Symptoms: Monkeypox was first identified in 1958 and is characterized by fever, body aches, fatigue, and a painful rash.
- Transmission Concerns: While initially linked to animal contact, the disease is now believed to spread primarily through close human contact, including sexual transmission.
- Vaccine Availability: A smallpox vaccine has been effective in treating monkeypox, and a specific monkeypox vaccine is produced by Bavarian Nordic.
- WHO Response: The WHO has called for increased international cooperation and funding to combat the outbreak.
The WHO's declaration underscores the seriousness of the situation and highlights the need for global efforts to contain the spread of monkeypox.
Published date : 16 Aug 2024 04:53PM
