Those infected with monkey pox can isolate themselves at home, as long as they do not have severe symptoms and observe measures by limiting close contact with other people, according to the latest guidance released today by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) as part of efforts to reduce the country's outbreaks.
Suspected and confirmed cases
So far, since the beginning of May, more than 300 suspected and confirmed cases of monkeypox, a usually mild disease transmitted by close contact that causes flu-like symptoms and skin lesions. Most cases were found in Europe rather than in countries in central and west Africa, where the virus is endemic. They are also not associated with travel to these regions.
They are seeking an explanation
Scientists are trying to explain why this unusual increase in cases.
The UKHSA said today that those who have been infected should avoid contact with other people until the skin lesions have healed. They should also avoid sexual contact as soon as the first symptoms appear.
Eight weeks
Although there is no evidence available that monkeypox is transmitted through mucosal secretions, it is recommended that those infected should use condoms for eight weeks after infection as a precautionary measure.
Higher risk
The risk of transmission is higher if someone has direct contact with someone who has monkeypox. But overall, the risk to the population remains low, according to Ruth Milton, a senior adviser to the UKHSA.
Source: in.gr
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