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Genetic analysis links Kerala's 2024 mpox outbreak to international travel

Genetic analysis links Kerala's 2024 mpox outbreak to international travel

Published 208 days ago

UK health agency identifies new mpox strain in England

Mpox can be transmitted to humans by infected animals but can also be passed between people through close physical contact.

Published 251 days ago

All contacts of Maha’s first Mpox patient test negative

Samples of the patient’s close contacts — his wife (37) and son (9) — were tested at NIV on October 7, and returned negative on October 10. “Both family members tested negative for Mpox,” said Dr Sandeep Sangale, joint director of health services. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

Published 294 days ago

Pakistan reports first Monkeypox case of 2025; patient returned from Dubai

Pakistan recorded its first instance of monkeypox, sometimes referred to as mpox, a viral illness, in 2025. On January 24, the patient returned from Dubai.

Published 569 days ago

Bengaluru man tests positive for Mpox virus, admitted to Victoria hospital

This is said to be the first Mpox case of Karnataka in 2025 and the patient is being closely monitored.

Updated 571 days ago

Kerala reports second case of Mpox, 29-year-old man admitted in Kochi hospital

An undated colorised transmission electron micrograph of mpox virus particles (pink) found within an infected cell (yellow), cultured in a laboratory. (Reuters Photo)

Published 688 days ago

Viral uninvited guests: Instances of animals crashing urban life in bizarre ways

From snakes on a train to crocodiles on a scooter, animals crashing urban life in bizarre ways

Published 691 days ago

Mpox deadly virus is back, worse than ever: Urgent prevention tips for families

Mpox deadly virus is back and worse than ever: Urgent prevention tips for families amid India's latest health crisis

Published 692 days ago

India reports first mpox case of clade 1b from Kerala’s Malappuram district

On August 14, the World Health Organisation (WHO) declared mpox a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC) for the second time in the past two years. (via REUTERS)

Published 692 days ago

Mpox infection confirmed in man undergoing treatment in Kerala's Malappuram

A 38-year-old man undergoing treatment in Kerala's Malappuram confirmed with Mpox infection.

Updated 697 days ago

Bengaluru airport to screen international passengers amid mpox scare

Passengers showing symptoms will be isolated and tested at the Bengaluru airport, with measures in place to ensure health and safety for all travellers.

Published 698 days ago

Kerala: Man with suspected Mpox symptoms admitted in hospital; samples sent for testing

(Representative file photo)

Updated 699 days ago

Pune civic body urges caution amid mpox threat

The common symptoms of mpox are skin rash or mucosal lesions which can last 2–4 weeks accompanied by fever, headache, muscle aches, back pain, low energy, and swollen lymph nodes. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

Updated 704 days ago

First mpox case in India stable, isolated at Delhi hospital

Lok Nayak Hospital, where the patient is admitted. (HT Archive)

Updated 705 days ago

India reports first mpox case, health ministry says no widespread risk

The Union health ministry said the patient is clinically stable and is without any systemic illness or comorbidities. (Representational image)

Published 706 days ago

Mpox case confirmed in India, not part of WHO public health emergency: Centre

Isolated case of mpox confirmed in India (REUTERS (PIC FOR REPRESENTATION))

Updated 706 days ago

India reports its first suspected monkeypox case

Health ministry said that the suspected patient of the viral disease has been isolated and contact tracing was underway to identify possible source of the infection. (HT PHOTO)

Updated 707 days ago

Suspected mpox case awaiting confirmation, says Health ministry

Mpox is a viral disease caused by the monkeypox virus. (Representational image)

Published 708 days ago

India reports suspected Mpox case, patient's condition stable

Mpox or monkey pox is an infectious viral disease.It can be serious and even fatal in some cases. (Reuters)

Updated 708 days ago

Gautam Budh Nagar: Health dept gears up for monkeypox surveillance

The district surveillance unit has been instructed to work closely with the Integrated Disease Surveillance Program (IDSP), the nationwide disease surveillance system in the country, to ensure comprehensive monitoring and reporting of suspected monkeypox cases. (HT Archives)

Updated 716 days ago

Mpox: Drug regulator approves India's indigenous RT-PCR kit

Mpox is an infectious disease caused by the monkeypox virus with symptoms of skin rash accompanied by fever, headache, muscle aches, back pain, low energy and swollen lymph nodes. (HT File)

Published 720 days ago

Ramping up contact tracing, availability of jab key to curb monkeypox: Dr Javier Guzman

Dr Javier Guzma, director of Global Health Policy at the Center for Global Development (HT Photo)

Published 721 days ago

Punjab health department appeals hospitals to gear up to treat mpox cases

Mpox is an infectious disease caused by the monkeypox virus with symptoms of skin rash accompanied by fever, headache, muscle aches, back pain, low energy and swollen lymph nodes. (HT File)

Updated 722 days ago

Mpox scare in Bengaluru: Karnataka health dept ready with 50-bed isolation ward

The government is closely following central guidelines and has set up screening at international airports. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

Published 723 days ago

Health officials begin surveillance to counter Mpox threat, Pune Airport on alert

While samples of suspected patients will be sent to the National Institute of Virology (NIV) for testing, said officials. (HT PHOTO)

Updated 725 days ago

Mpox: Thailand reports first case of ‘more dangerous’ strain in a tourist

Thongchai Keeratihattayakorn, head of Thailand's Department of Disease Control, speaks during a press conference following the suspected first case of the new more dangerous strain of Mpox in Bangkok on August 21, 2024.

Updated 726 days ago

Monkeypox scare: AIIMS Delhi issues guidelines to treat suspected patients

The AIIMS stated that patients with fever, rash, or a history of contact with confirmed Monkeypox cases should be flagged for immediate assessment.

Published 726 days ago

Maharashtra health dept issues guidelines for prevention, surveillance of monkeypox

As per officials, monkeypox patients must be kept in an isolation ward or a separate room at home with proper ventilation. The patient should always wear a triple-layer mask. Any skin lesions should be properly covered, and the patient should wear long-sleeved shirts and full-length pants to prevent the spread of infection. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

Updated 727 days ago

Mpox case found in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, 4th in Pakistan

A patient showing his hand with a sore caused by an infection of the monkeypox virus, in the isolation area for monkeypox patients at the Arzobispo Loayza hospital, in Lima, Peru.

Updated 727 days ago

Mpox scare: Centre asks airports to be alert, marks 3 hospitals as nodal centers

The Union health ministry asked all the airports to be alert about incoming passengers reporting Mpox symptoms

Updated 727 days ago

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