monkeypox Archives

29 June 2022

Covid-19, Monkeypox, And Others: When Will New Infectious Diseases Stop Emerging? – Ahmad Mahfuz Gazali

In this day and age, new infectious diseases will continue to emerge, and we will hear about it sooner rather than later.

30 May 2022

World

Singapore Braces For Monkeypox Outbreak In Coming Weeks

Ong Ye Kung notes that Singapore is a commercial and international hub, but the government has put in place public health measures to prepare for monkeypox cases.

26 May 2022

Malaysia

MySejahtera Reactivated For Monkeypox Surveillance

Malaysia is also preparing to provide antivirals to patients with monkeypox and vaccines for close contacts and health care workers.

23 May 2022

Malaysia

MP Wants Travel Guidelines To Prevent Monkeypox Outbreak In Malaysia

Dr Kelvin Yii urges vaccination for Malaysian travellers to countries affected by monkeypox, monitoring incoming travellers, and possible quarantine to prevent local transmission.

23 May 2022

World

WHO: Monkeypox Cases To Rise In Non-Endemic Countries

The UK Health Security Agency says a “notable proportion” of recent monkeypox cases in UK and Europe were detected in gay and bisexual men, urging this community to be alert and to seek help if concerned.