Kerala reports 2 Monkeypox cases, patients travelled from UAE
Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala's Health Minister Veena George said on Wednesday that two cases of Monkeypox (Mpox) have been reported in the state.
Two men, who recently returned to Kerala from the United Arab Emirates (UAE), tested positive for the disease, the minister said.
According to the PTI report, one of the men, a resident of Wayanad district, was initially found to be infected, while the second individual, from Kannur, tested positive later, according to her statement.
Both patients are currently undergoing treatment at Pariyaram Medical College in Kannur. Their contact tracing details and movement history will be published soon, the statement added.
In response to the cases, the Health Department has instructed those who came into contact with the patients to monitor themselves for symptoms and report any signs of illness promptly.
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