[Music] Liberia confirms active monkey pox case good evening breaking news from Liberia the National Public Health Institute has confirmed an active case of monkey pox in Soo County a 7-year-old girl has tested positive for the virus this is a concerning development as Liberia has already recorded six cases in the past 6 months Dr Mok piala executive director of NPH says the patient is isolated and under close medical supervision Health authorities are working tirelessly to contain the outbreak and prevent further transmission they are quarantining suspected cases and their contacts and ensuring that Health teams across the country are prepared and equipped to handle the situation monkey pox is a rare but potentially serious viral disease that can spread through close contact with an infected person or animal symptoms include fever rash and swollen lymph nodes If you experience these symptoms please seek medical attention immediately to minimize the risk of transmission it's important to follow Public Health guidelines such as practicing social distancing wearing masks and avoiding contact with sick individuals stay informed and follow the guidance of Health offic officials thank you for watching don't forget to like And subscribe to this channel [Music]