Monkeypox

2024 - 8 - 19

Could Monkeypox Be the Next Big Thing… in Pandemics?

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Get ready for the next global health drama starring Monkeypox! Will it steal the spotlight or fade away?

The Monkeypox virus, also known as mpox, has recently thrust itself into the global health spotlight as the World Health Organization (WHO) declared it a public health emergency. With cases popping up outside Africa, health experts are worried that this virus might just be the sequel we never asked for in the pandemic saga. As the WHO ramps up response measures, many are left wondering: could mpox become the next global pandemic?

Countries like India are taking precautionary measures, even though no monkeypox cases have been reported there just yet. Politicians are demanding strict testing and quarantine protocols to ensure that this sneaky virus doesn’t sneak into their shores like a bad guest who comes uninvited to a party. Meanwhile, Sri Lanka is also sounding the alarm, aware of the recent global rise in monkeypox cases, and prepared to take action at a moment’s notice. All of this caution suggests that mpox has caught everyone’s attention – and it's not just the monkey business.

In other parts of the world, especially in Africa, the situation is dire with a shortage of monkeypox tests and vaccines. As reports come in of a more dangerous variant spreading in some African regions, experts remain cautiously optimistic about controlling the situation. Just as we’ve learned from previous pandemics, the stakes are high, and vigilance is key. Diagnostic strategies are now a hot topic, as medical professionals scramble to devise reliable methods to test and treat this re-emerging virus.

With the WHO actively promoting the renaming of diseases for clarity and sensitivity, many are confused about whether to call it mpox or monkeypox. Regardless of the preferred name, it’s clear that public health officials are taking this outbreak seriously. And remember, it’s not just about the health crisis at hand; monkeypox has implications that affect international relations as well. As countries assess the risks and impacts on trade, including the delicate balance of exports and imports between India and Africa, we see the far-reaching effects a microscopic virus can have.

In the past, monkeypox was relatively contained, primarily found in parts of Africa. Most infections resulted from direct contact with infected animals or humans. However, in recent months, as it spreads beyond its usual borders, it invites comparisons to past pandemics—reminding us that no bug is too small to cause big waves. Did you know that vaccinations for smallpox have been proven to help in preventing monkeypox as well? It seems like the ghost of smallpox still has its role in this new chapter!

So as we keep an eye on popping cases and emerging variants, let’s remember that this isn’t just another viral episode. The situation with monkeypox is dynamic and requires collective vigilance. And who knew that a virus with such a whimsical name might have the potential to stir up such a serious international health concern? Hang tight, because as we navigate the wild ride of mpox, the world of public health is certainly in for a rollercoaster!

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Could monkeypox become the next global pandemic? (Monash Lens)

The World Health Organisation has declared the monkeypox (mpox) virus a public health emergency. As more cases of the virus emerge outside Africa, ...

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Diagnostic Strategies in the Era of Monkeypox Resurgence: A ... (Cureus)

The resurgence of monkeypox (Mpox), an orthopoxvirus infection closely related to smallpox, presents a significant global health challenge.

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Monkeypox: Prithviraj Chavan demands strict testing, quarantine ... (The Indian Express)

The Union Health Ministry said there were no reported cases of Monkeypox in India even though cautionary measures will be put in place.

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Could the new mpox threat cause significant harm in the U.S.? (NBC News)

Concerns are mounting about a type of mpox spreading across Africa that's believed to cause more serious illness. Experts expressed cautious optimism it ...

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Is it mpox or monkeypox? WHO says…. (Firstpost)

The process of renaming diseases falls under the WHO's purview, guided by the International Classification of Diseases (ICD).

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Sri Lanka on alert amid global rise in Monkeypox cases (dailymirror.lk)

This follows the World Health Organisation's (WHO) recent decision to declare the infectious disease a public health emergency of international concern.

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Monkeypox in Africa: Why Indian exporters are keeping their fingers ... (Moneycontrol.com)

Primarily, Africa exports raw materials like crude oil and minerals, gold, copper, and cashew nuts to India and imports refined petroleum, ...

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Africa struggles with shortage of Monkeypox tests and vaccines (Kathimerini Cyprus English Edition)

Last Wednesday, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the escalating spread of the so-called `monkeypox` virus in Africa as a global health ...

Monkeypox Market Insight, Epidemiology and Market Forecast to 2034 (GlobeNewswire)

The report also covers current Monkeypox treatment practice/algorithm, market drivers, market barriers and unmet medical needs to curate best of the ...

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Monkeypox is a global crisis currently: What is its status in India? (Times of India)

Monkeypox has become a significant health crisis, spreading from Congo to multiple countries, with Clade 1b causing numerous deaths. Recent cases have.

Mpox or monkeypox: what you need to know (UNRIC.org)

Monkeypox is an infectious disease caused by a virus transmitted to humans by infected animals, but it can also be transmitted from human to human through close ...

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WHO says mpox outbreak is a global health emergency; CEPI, WHO urge better preparedness for the next pandemic; Blood test could predict Alzheimer's risk.

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Health Minister calls for vigilance and preparedness amid ... (The Hindu)

Telangana Health Minister addresses Monkeypox concerns, ensures preparedness in government hospitals across the state.

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Is there monkeypox in Florida? What we know about Mpox risks ... (TCPalm)

There are no confirmed cases of the new mpox strain in the U.S. What to know about current outbreaks, when the last cases in Florida were reported.

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Mpox outbreak: 5 dietary tips to recover from monkeypox quickly (Times of India)

Mpox cases surged in Central and East Africa, including the Philippines, Sweden, and Pakistan, caused by a new strain. Recovery involves hydration, pr.

Monkeypox: Everything You Need To Know (Miami Herald)

Monkeypox is a disease caused by the monkeypox virus, which can be transmitted from person to person, mainly by close physical contact.

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WHO issued a global emergency to curb an mpox outbreak. Is it ... (Pensacola News Journal)

An mpox outbreak has prompted the World Health Organization to declare a global emergency to help curb the virus' transmission.

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Is monkeypox in the US? What to know about mpox in Tennessee (The Tennessean)

The declaration comes in response to an outbreak in 13 African nations including the Democratic Republic of Congo, Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, the Central African ...

WHO Declares Monkeypox Public Emergency: 5 Mpox Stocks to ... (Nasdaq)

The World Health Organization (WHO) is a branch of the United Nations dedicated to health. Founded in 1948, the WHO's primary roles include supervising and ...

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Global danger: Monkeypox outbreak in Africa poses a threat to the ... (News.Az)

The epidemic's epicenter is the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), where the virus has already claimed 450 lives. The situation is deteriorating ...

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Maharashtra health dept issues guidelines for prevention ... (Hindustan Times)

Ensure that surveillance for monkeypox is in place at airports and ports, and necessary facilities are established for isolation and treatment of suspected ...

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Monkeypox dos & don'ts issued by state health dept (Times of India)

WHO declared mpox a global health emergency following over 15,000 cases and 537 deaths. The current outbreak, driven by the more deadly clade 1b, has extended ...

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Karnataka gearing up to handle any outbreak of monkeypox, says ... (The Hindu)

State Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao, who held a meeting on Monday to take stock of surveillance and other prevention measures, told The Hindu that in the ...

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WHO declares global health emergency as cases of monkeypox ... (WWLP.com)

The World Health Organization has declared a global health emergency following multiple outbreaks of a new monkeypox subvariant in Africa.

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Mpox: What you need to know about the latest public health ... (UN News)

The swift spread of a new virulent strain of the mpox virus across Africa triggered the World Health Organization (WHO) to declare it once again a public ...

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Mpox alert: Govt tells airports to stay vigilant, assigns 3 nodal hospitals (Business Standard)

Current assessment shows the risk of a large outbreak of the disease, with sustained transmission remains low in India, which has no detected cases of mpox ...

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