A study that analyzed different cases of the epidemic in Africa concluded that the new variant of monkeypox (Mpox) is transmitted mainly between humans, while the older version is transmitted mainly by animals. The study published Thursday in the Cell Journal shows that the disease follows different patterns. Several epidemics…
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The World Health Organisation (WHO) today called on scientists and governments to strengthen and accelerate research to prepare the world for the next pandemic. “History teaches us that the next pandemic is a matter of ‘when’ and not ‘if’. It also teaches us the importance of science and political determination…
A Regional Health Directorate (DRS) circular, 2022/935, 2 June, now states that anyone who believes that they have been infected by the Monkeypox virus in the Autonomous Region of Madeira, must phone the SRS 24 line (800 24 24 20). The number, which is the same as the Covid-19 hotline is now providing support for those who may or think they may have been infected with the new virus.