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Monkeypox vaccine expected to induce robust immune response, says study

The recommended vaccinia virus (VACV)-based vaccines will mount a robust immune response against the monkeypox virus observed in the current outbreak, according to a study. Vaccinia virus is a large, complex, enveloped virus belonging to the poxvirus family. Since the new virus was first observed in early May, over 52,000 cases have been confirmed in more than 90 countries and regions, the researchers said. The team undertook genomic research to find out if the genetic mutations observed in monkeypox virus observed in the current outbreak (MPXV-2022) may affect vaccine-induced immune responses against the disease. "Specific VACV-based vaccines have demonstrated high efficacy against monkeypox viruses in the past and are considered an important outbreak control measure," said Matthew McKay, from the University of Melbourne, Australia. "However, given this is a novel monkeypox virus, we still lack scientific data on how well human immune responses triggered by VACV-based vaccines wi

US reports over 20,000 monkeypox cases, California records highest number

The US has confirmed more than 20,000 monkeypox cases, according to the latest data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Sixth monkeypox case in Delhi, Patient in stable condition at LNJP Hospital

The condition of a young woman of African origin, who is the sixth reported case of monkeypox in Delhi, is stable, sources said. The patient is admitted to the LNJP Hospital here. "A total of six cases of monkeypox have been reported in Delhi so far. The latest is a young woman of African origin. Her condition is stable at present," a source said. The six cases comprise three men and three women. "The early five cases have been treated and discharged," a senior doctor said. Monkeypox is a viral zoonotic disease having common symptoms such as fever, skin lesions, lymphadenopathy, headache, muscle aches, exhaustion, chills or sweats and sore throat and cough. According to a study done recently by the Lok Nayak Jai Prakash Narayan Hospital (LNJP) and the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), all the first five cases had presented with "mild to moderate grade intermittent fever, myalgia (muscle pain) and lesions on the genitals, groins, lower limb, trunk and upper limb". Four

Monkeypox infection linked to acute heart problem, shows new research

More than 50,000 monkeypox cases have been recorded in the global outbreak

Monkeypox vaccine study raises questions about protection, shows research

The recommended series of shots with Bavarian Nordic A/S's Jynneos vaccine yielded relatively low levels of monkeypox antibodies with poor neutralizing capacity, researchers said

US holds 80% of global vaccine supply with 35% of monkeypox cases: Report

The analysis compared vaccine access and monkeypox cases in more than a dozen countries.

Canada confirms 1,251 monkeypox cases with most cases in Ontario

The Public Health Agency of Canada confirmed 1,251 cases of monkeypox, including 35 hospitalisations in the country.

Texas reports first death due to monkeypox in US; so far 15 dead worldwide

Authorities in Texas have confirmed the first death of a person diagnosed with monkeypox in the United States

Monkeypox can be eliminated in Europe, says WHO as case count slows

There are encouraging signs of a sustained week-on-week decline in the onset of cases in many European countries, including France, Germany, and Britain, as well as a slowdown in some parts of the US

US reports over 17,000 monkeypox cases; New York, California top list

The US has confirmed over 17,000 monkeypox cases, according to the latest data from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

Study reveals safety, efficacy of tecovirimat in treating monkeypox

The antiviral tecovirimat appears to be safe and effective for the treatment of monkeypox symptoms and skin lesions, finds a new study

Number of newly reported monkeypox cases decreases worldwide: WHO

Worldwide, 5,907 cases were reported during the week, compared to 7,477 the week before

Italian man tests positive for monkeypox, Covid, HIV all at once: Report

According to the Daily Mail, scientists have reported this as the first known case of a person testing positive for these viruses, all at once

Monkeypox cases drop 21%, reversing month-long increase: WHO report

The number of monkeypox cases reported globally dropped by 21% in the last week, reversing a month-long trend of rising infections and a possible signal the outbreak in Europe may be starting to decline, according to a World Health Organisation report issued Thursday. The UN health agency reported 5,907 new weekly cases and said two countries, Iran and Indonesia, reported their first cases. To date, more than 45,000 cases have been reported in 98 countries since late April. Cases in the Americas accounted for 60% of cases in the past month, WHO said, while cases in Europe comprised about 38%. It said infections in the Americas showed a continuing steep rise. In early July, just weeks before the agency declared the international spread of the disease to be a global emergency, WHO's Europe director said countries in the region were responsible for 90% of all laboratory confirmed cases of monkeypox. British health authorities said last week after seeing a decline in the number of new

US reports over 15,000 monkeypox cases, highest in the world: CDC

Over the last week, the US also saw the largest increase in monkeypox infections of any country, according to data from the World Health Organization

Tomato Flu not related to SARS-CoV-2, Centre sent advisory to states

Centre has sent an advisory to states on HFMD (Hand Foot & Mouth Disease), commonly known as Tomato Flu, stating that it's a self-limiting illness targeting mostly young children aged 1-10 years and immune-compromised adults and no specific drug exists to treat it.The advisory further mentioned that although the Tomato Flu virus shows symptoms similar to other viral infections (fever, fatigue, body aches & rashes on the skin); the virus is not at all related to SARS-CoV-2, monkeypox, dengue, and/or chikungunya.The best prevention is the maintenance of proper hygiene & sanitization of the surrounding. Isolation should be followed for 5-7 days from the onset of any symptom to prevent the spread of infection to other children or adults.Tomato Flu was first identified in Kollam, Kerala on May 6, 2022. As of July 26, over 82 children younger than 5 yrs with the infection have been reported by local govt hospitals. Additionally, 26 children (aged 1-9yrs) were reported as ..

UK trying out smaller monkeypox vaccine doses amid shortage: Report

Three National Health Service (NHS) sites -- one in Manchester and two in London -- will start administering doses that are five times smaller than the original dose, at 0.1 ml instead of 0.5 ml.

Experts question reliance on monkeypox vax with little data, short supply

The Bavarian Nordic shot has not undergone clinical trials to evaluate the vaccine's ability to prevent monkeypox in humans, though initial studies suggest it will provide some protection

Third case of Monkeypox among minors reported in US, first in New York

A minor in New York has reportedly contracted monkeypox, a first among children in the state, and at least the third reported case of the disease among children in the US

Israel reports 11 new Monkeypox cases in four days, tally surpasses 200

Monkeypox cases in Israel have totaled 208, with 11 new cases detected in the past four days, the country's Health Ministry said