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Chand Wattal¹, Sanghamitra Datta¹

¹Institute of Clinical Microbiology & Immunology, Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, Rajinder Nagar, New Delhi. 110060, India.

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Monkeypox (MPXV) is spreading globally, with India confirming cases. This zoonotic virus, now a public health emergency, is recognized as a sexually transmitted infection (STI) due to close contact with lesions.

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Area of Science:

Epidemiology
Infectious Diseases
Public Health

Background:

Monkeypox (MPXV), a zoonotic virus endemic to West and Central Africa, has seen a significant global resurgence.
The virus has spread to over 75 countries, with more than 25,539 cases reported.
The World Health Organization (WHO) declared monkeypox a public health emergency of international concern (PHEIC) on July 23, 2022.

Discussion:

The current outbreak is characterized by rapid geographical spread and growing cluster sizes.
Monkeypox is increasingly recognized as a sexually transmitted infection (STI) due to transmission via close contact with lesions.
There is a need to address the stigma associated with MPXV, emphasizing transmission through close contact rather than specific groups.

Key Insights:

India has confirmed 9 monkeypox cases, reflecting the virus's international spread.
The growing number of cases and geographical distribution highlight the urgency of the situation.
Understanding transmission dynamics, including its role as an STI, is crucial for effective control.

Outlook:

Continued global surveillance and rapid response are essential to contain the MPXV outbreak.
Public health strategies must address transmission routes and mitigate potential stigma.
Further research into MPXV epidemiology and pathogenesis will inform future public health interventions.