The Ministry of Health (MOH) confirmed a second case of monkeypox (mpox) virus infection in Malaysia this year, involving a 34-year-old local man. Since the first recorded case on July 26, 2023, the cumulative number of mpox infections in Malaysia stands at 11.
K-pop star GOT7’s Mark Tuan explores Selangor’s royal heritage with private palace tour hosted by Princess Tengku Zatashah during Malaysia visitSince the first recorded case on July 26, 2023, the cumulative number of mpox infections in Malaysia stands at 11. — Reuters picPUTRAJAYA, Nov 27 — The Ministry of Health has confirmed a second case of monkeypox virus infection of the Clade II variety in Malaysia this year, involving a 34-year-old local man.
According to the MOH, the latest case involves a local man, with a history of international travel within the past 21 days, during which he was reportedly engaged in activities which posed a risk of exposure to the virus. “All close contacts of the individual are being identified and monitored for any signs or symptoms of mpox, for a period of 21 days from their last known exposure,” the statement read.Transmission occurs through direct, close contact with the rash or blisters of an infected individual. It can also spread via respiratory fluids during intimate contact.
“A positive individual with mpox infection can infect others a day before symptoms appear, and until all blisters have completely dried up.
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