According to Prof Raina MacIntyre, who is a head of the biosecurity program on the Kirby Institute, advised that, the outbreak of Monkey pox is mainly due to diminished immunity from smallpox vaccination as according to WHO it has been eradicated so since mass vaccination against the disease is now discontinued. Most people recover fully within a month from this disease but in some cases it can be fatal. The exact mortality rate is unknown but is thought to be between 1-10%. According to WHO’s investigative report, children and pregnant women are at higher risk, which may lead to complications, congenital monkeypox or stillbirth. Precautions Maintain hygiene Avoid physical contact with the suspected person •Report to your medical care immediately as soon as the symptoms appears • Avoid coughing in open wear mask •Cover blisters or injuries on the skin • •Always Wash hands •Remain isolated when blisters operas on your skin Its our duty to spread awareness to the masses about this virus and the consequences it is causing. Although, monkey pox is not fatal in most cases but it is advisable for everyone to protect themselves through the prevention measures because every disease is a cause of concern either it’s fatal or not.
ARTICLE BY SUNDEELA FAYYAZ TITLE: MONKEY POX
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