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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.

world news

Published on Jan 25, 2025 01:58 PM IST

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.

bengaluru news

Updated on Jan 23, 2025 04:09 PM IST

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)

others

Published on Sep 27, 2024 05:54 PM IST

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

htcity

Published on Sep 25, 2024 03:21 PM IST

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

health

Published on Sep 24, 2024 05:00 PM IST

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)

india news

Published on Sep 23, 2024 07:01 PM IST

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.

india news

Updated on Sep 18, 2024 07:16 PM IST

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.

bengaluru news

Published on Sep 18, 2024 05:00 PM IST

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

(Representative file photo)

india news

Updated on Sep 17, 2024 01:44 PM IST

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)

pune news

Updated on Sep 12, 2024 06:52 AM IST

First mpox case in India stable, isolated at Delhi hospital

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

delhi news

Updated on Sep 11, 2024 05:30 AM IST

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)

india news

Published on Sep 09, 2024 08:35 PM IST

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

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

india news

Updated on Sep 09, 2024 06:36 PM IST

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)

india news

Updated on Sep 09, 2024 06:10 AM IST

Suspected mpox case awaiting confirmation, says Health ministry

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

india news

Published on Sep 08, 2024 04:18 PM IST

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)

india news

Updated on Sep 08, 2024 04:32 PM IST

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)

noida news

Updated on Aug 31, 2024 06:40 AM IST

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)

india news

Published on Aug 27, 2024 10:19 AM IST

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)

india news

Published on Aug 26, 2024 10:24 AM IST

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)

chandigarh news

Updated on Aug 25, 2024 05:44 AM IST

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)

bengaluru news

Published on Aug 24, 2024 03:00 PM IST

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)

pune news

Updated on Aug 22, 2024 06:20 AM IST

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.

world news

Updated on Aug 21, 2024 12:52 PM IST

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.

india news

Published on Aug 20, 2024 06:17 PM IST

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)

pune news

Updated on Aug 20, 2024 06:06 AM IST

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.

world news

Updated on Aug 19, 2024 10:36 PM IST

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

india news

Updated on Aug 20, 2024 07:05 AM IST

Monkeypox: Prithviraj Chavan demands strict testing, quarantine protocol at Mumbai airport

india news

Published on Aug 18, 2024 08:19 AM IST

No mpox case in India so far, monitoring situation closely: Health ministry

The World Health Organization (WHO) declared Monkeypox a Public Health Emergency of International Concern on August 14, the second such announcement in two years. (REUTERS)

india news

Updated on Aug 17, 2024 07:24 PM IST

Is there an Mpox vaccine, and how does it work? All you need to know

A young girl suffering from Mpox waits for treatment at a centre in Munigi, eastern Congo.

health

Published on Aug 17, 2024 08:41 AM IST

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