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A new, more transmissible strain of mpox, dubbed ‘clade Ib’, has emerged in the Democratic Republic of Congo and is spreading through heterosexual contact, raising concerns about a potential global health crisis. The strain is causing higher fatality rates, particularly in children, and exhibiting unusual transmission patterns, including household and school outbreaks. With the dry season facilitating increased migration, experts fear the virus could spread to neighboring countries and beyond through close contact at international airports. Urgent action is needed to contain the outbreak, including increased surveillance, contact tracing, and potential vaccination efforts.

Applied DNA Sciences (APDN) saw its stock price surge on Friday after submitting a validation package to the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) for its Linea Mpox Virus 1.0 Assay. The company seeks to expand the assay’s use to detect both clade I and clade II of the mpox virus, potentially increasing its testing capabilities and revenue.

Singapore has implemented enhanced screening measures at its major airports and seaports in response to the detection of a potentially more severe Mpox variant in Sweden and Thailand. These measures include temperature checks, visual inspections, and health advisories to prevent the importation and spread of the virus.

GeoVax Labs Inc. (GOVX) stock saw a significant rise following the confirmation of a new mpox case in Wayne County, Michigan. This news comes amid a global health emergency declared by the WHO due to a surge in mpox cases, particularly in Africa. GeoVax, a biotech company specializing in immunotherapies and vaccines, has previously shown promising results with its vaccines in preventing mpox.

India is stepping up its vigilance against Mpox, or Monkeypox, as cases rise in Africa, particularly in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). While no new cases have been reported in India, the government has directed airports, ports, and border authorities to remain vigilant and has designated hospitals as nodal centers for isolation and treatment. The Serum Institute of India is also working on developing a vaccine for Mpox.

Mpox, previously known as monkeypox, has transitioned from a regional disease in Africa to a global health concern. This article explores the recent developments, risk factors, diagnostic methods, treatment options, and ongoing research related to Mpox. It also discusses the role of vaccines, the emergence of new variants, and the ongoing efforts by the WHO to control the outbreak.

Thailand is investigating a suspected case of the more dangerous Clade 1 mpox strain in a European traveler who arrived from an African country. This comes as the WHO declared a global public health emergency due to the recent surge in mpox cases and deaths, particularly in Africa. While laboratory tests are ongoing, officials are confident that the patient is infected with the Clade 1 variant, which is associated with a higher fatality rate.

AIIMS Delhi has implemented a comprehensive protocol for managing patients suspected of having Monkeypox, including screening, isolation, and referral to Safdarjung Hospital. The protocol emphasizes infection control measures and clear communication with authorities.

The Indian government has put its ports, airports, and border areas on high alert for monkeypox, implementing enhanced screening measures and preparing isolation facilities in major hospitals. While the virus is spreading globally, officials emphasize that there is no connection between monkeypox and COVID-19.

Pakistan has confirmed a fourth suspected case of monkeypox, bringing the total number of cases in the country to four. The latest patient, a 47-year-old resident of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, recently returned from Saudi Arabia and is exhibiting symptoms consistent with the disease. The government has announced a comprehensive policy to combat the virus, including increased surveillance at borders and airports.