31.12.2025 20:14
Five cases of monkeypox (mpox) have been confirmed in the city of Mahajanga, Madagascar. Health Minister Monira Managna announced that these cases are the first recorded patients in the country's history.
It has been reported that 5 cases of monkeypox (mpox) have been detected in the city of Mahajanga, located in the northwest of Madagascar.
In a statement, Health Minister Monira Managna announced that there are 5 confirmed mpox cases in Mahajanga, which are the first recorded patients in the country.
FIRST TIME SEEN IN MADAGASCAR
Managna stated that the confirmed mpox cases were identified as a result of tests conducted at the Madagascar Pasteur Institute, and following the developments, a coordination center was established in the city, active case screening was initiated, and the isolation and treatment process for the patients has begun.
Managna noted that health checks at entry points to the country, especially at ports, airports, and train stations, have been increased, and called on the public to adhere to preventive measures.
WHAT IS THE M VIRUS?
The virus is transmitted from rodents such as rats and squirrels or from infected individuals. Touching body rashes caused by the virus, using clothing, sheets, towels, and similar items contaminated with these rashes, and contact with bodily fluids are among the main transmission routes.
The first symptoms can appear 5 to 21 days after contracting the virus. The virus typically causes high fever, headaches, back and muscle pain, swelling of lymph nodes, fatigue, chills, shivering, and skin blisters similar to chickenpox.
Antiviral medications are used for the disease, which does not have a specific treatment method. The majority of cases experience mild illness and recover within a few weeks.