Africa-Press – Lesotho. The Ministry of Health (MoH) has notified about the outbreak of a Monkey Pox in some parts of the world. According to the statement issued by the Ministry, the Ministry of health National Rapid
Response Team was convened to view the current status in order to develop preparedness plans so as to respond effectively if the disease be detected in
the country. The Ministry advised that those who will travel, should report to a health professional if they have illness during travel or upon return,
including information about all recent travel and immunization history. Also, the Ministry will provide update on the preparedness and response strategies.
Meanwhile, the World Health Organization (WHO) has also reported an outbreak of monkey pox in humans in some parts of the world such as Europe, Canada and United States
of America. This is not a new disease as it is endemic in some parts of western Africa and Central African countries. WHO is supporting African countries to strengthen monkey pox surveillance and exercise
response actions. Seven African countries have cumulatively reported to WHO nearly 1400 monkey pox cases (1392 suspected, 44 confirmed) so far this year.
This case count is for the year up until mid-May and is based on preliminary reports. The cases have been reported from Cameroon, Central African Republic,
the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Liberia, Nigeria, Republic of Congo and Sierra Leone. Monkey Pox symptoms include fever, intense headache swollen lymph nodes, muscle ache
and a rash that blisters and crusts. The rash tends to be concentrated on the face, palms of the hands and soles of the feet, the mouth, genitals and eyes may also be affected.
For More News And Analysis About Lesotho Follow Africa-Press
