Mpox (Monkeypox) Outbreak: What You Must Know to Protect Yourself and Your Loved Ones #fyp@whatever

let's talk something serious impo formerly known as monkey pox this is not just a disease that affects monkeys it's something that affects humans too and it's spreading empo was first discovered in 1958 among laboratory monkeys hence the name however the first human case was recorded in 1970 in the Democratic Republic of Congo since then it has been spreading primarily in Central and West Africa but recent outbreaks have shown that it can appear anywhere m is caused by the monkey pox virus closely related to the small pox virus it spreads from animals to humans through bites scratches or direct contact with body fluids of an infected animal it can also spread from person to person through close contact with skin lesions respiratory droplets or contaminated objects symptoms include fever headache muscle aches exhaustion and a rash that starts on the face and spreads to other parts of the body the rash goes through stages before forming a scab that eventually falls off off these symptoms may sound similar to other illnesses but the distinctive rash is a key sign of empo as of the latest reports the death rate from empo varies depending on the strain and access to Healthcare in central Africa where the more severe strain is common the death rate can be as high as 10% latest update says there are over 18737 cases 541 deaths in Congo alone mostly children under 15 years of age but not limiting adults too in other regions it's generally lower but we cannot take this lightly there is no specific treatment but there are ways to manage it antiviral drugs and vaccines such as the smallpox vaccine have shown Effectiveness in treating and preventing empo however access to these treatments can be limited especially in regions with fewer resources prevention is key avoid close contact with sick individuals or have a rash that could be empo practice good hygiene wash your hands frequently with soap and water and consider vaccination if you're in an area with an outbreak especially if you're at higher risk and if you suspect you or someone you know has empo seek medical attention immediately stay vigilant to protect yourself and your community if you found this helpful like hit that follow button for more recent updates and share it widely together we can stop the spread and save lives stay safe stay informed and let's look out for one another thank you for watching