Tag: monkeypox
Three new Mpox cases confirmed in Barbados
The Ministry of Health and Wellness has confirmed three new cases of Mpox, formerly known as Monkeypox.This brings the total number of infections...
WHO declares mpox emergency
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has declared the mpox outbreak in parts of Africa a public health emergency of international concern.The highly contagious disease...
Prevention is key to tackling viruses, PAHO director says
Washington – Director of the Pan Health Organisation (PAHO), Dr Carissa Etienne said on Wednesday prevention remains a major key in preventing the spread...
Monkeypox cases highest in the Americas
GENEVA – The World Health Organisation (WHO) says intense Monkeypox transmission continues in the Americas region, although the number of cases globally fell by...
Guyana not expecting outbreak of monkeypox
Georgetown – Health authorities said on Tuesday they do not believe Guyana will experience an outbreak of monkeypox after the first case was recorded...
George: Monkeypox case closed
Barbados’ first case of monkeypox has been closed.Chief Medical Officer The Most Honourable Dr Kenneth George gave an update on the virus yesterday, informing...