Colombia studies a possible case of monkeypox in a man from Spain

The Ministry of Health and the National Institute of Health of Colombia epidemiological follow-up of a man carrying the monkey pox from Spain who was on tourism for several days in the South American country, as revealed by W Radio.

For its part, The World Health Organization (WHO) is on alert for monkeypox cases detected in the UK since May 6. Added to these infections are those found in the United States, Spain and Portugal.

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According to the National Institute of Health (INS) of Colombiathis disease is a POX-type virus that can be transmitted by many animals and infections that occur in humans occur specifically when a human enters the animal’s natural habitat.

According to the INS, early detection is very important to break a chain of transmission. When the virus reaches organs of the human body such as the brain or lungs, it can cause death.but one death is more likely to occur in a thousand cases than in a few cases.

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The entity mentioned that it is not a new virus, however, its origin is mainly in monkeys. And although the monkey virus may cause public concern, a virus like Measles is hundreds of times more likely and more serious because it is highly contagious.

It is important to remember that there are cases of measles in the United States, Brazil and Venezuela. It also spreads efficiently from man to man through the respiratory tract.

In Colombia the work focuses on fine-tuning the Public Health Surveillance System.The INS has reinforced monitoring of diseases or outbreaks that cause rashes or skin eruptions.

Besides, the entity also conducted a situation analysis with the United States Centers for Disease Control and Preventions (CDC) and are building a surveillance guideline for health services.

Source: Elcomercio

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