The monkeypox virus spreading across the world has increased people’s concerns. This virus is also being called monkeypox or mpox virus. Health agencies have classified this virus as a Grade 3 emergency, which means it needs immediate attention.
The Mpox virus started in 2022 and its outbreak has continued since then. This virus has entered about 116 countries. In such a situation, it is natural for common people to feel nervous. Meanwhile, good news has come regarding protection from MPOX. According to media reports, people who have had small pox or chicken pox or have received the vaccine related to it, the risk of getting this disease is negligible.
Let us tell you that after some African countries and Sweden, this virus has now reached Pakistan. A case of this virus has come to light in Pakistan. Till now this virus has affected about 116 countries. This year, about 14 thousand cases of this virus have been registered in Africa and about 524 deaths have occurred due to it.
What is Mpox virus?
Monkeypox is a viral disease caused by monkeypox virus, a species of the Orthopoxvirus genus. MPox was earlier known as monkeypox. This virus was first identified in 1958. At that time the outbreak of this disease had increased significantly in monkeys. Mpox virus is related to diseases like smallpox, cowpox, vaccinia. This virus belongs to the same Orthopox virus family as all other pox viruses. Monkeypox virus is an infection spread in monkeys, that is why it is being called monkeypox virus. This virus also spreads to humans by coming in contact with infected animals.
These people should remain carefree
According to recent media reports, people who have had small pox or chicken pox or have received the vaccine related to it, the risk of getting this disease is negligible.
Symptoms of Monkeypox Virus
Symptoms of monkeypox virus may include fever, headache, muscle pain, fatigue, and skin rash or pimples. This virus usually spreads from one person to another through contact, such as physical contact with an infected person, or coming in contact with things used by an infected person. Symptoms of this virus last for 2 to 4 weeks. Children, pregnant women and people with weak immune systems are at greater risk of this infection.
What is the advice for India?
Although no case of this virus has been reported in India yet, it is important that people take care of themselves and focus on strengthening immunity. At the same time, children and pregnant women need to take special care of themselves at this time.