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Current Status in Bengaluru
Bengaluru has yet to report any Mpox cases, but the Karnataka government is not taking any chances. A 50-bed isolation ward has been established at Victoria Hospital, and additional facilities are on high alert to manage any potential cases. The state is actively monitoring the situation to safeguard public health.
What is Mpox and Its Symptoms?
Mpox, formerly known as Monkeypox, is a viral infection transmitted through close contact with an infected person or animal. The disease typically presents with symptoms such as fever, intense headaches, muscle aches, and swollen lymph nodes, followed by a rash that starts on the face and spreads to other body parts. Although the illness can be severe, it is not highly contagious. Early detection and treatment are crucial. If you experience any symptoms, seek medical advice immediately.
Bengaluru has yet to report any Mpox cases, but the Karnataka government is not taking any chances. A 50-bed isolation ward has been established at Victoria Hospital, and additional facilities are on high alert to manage any potential cases. The state is actively monitoring the situation to safeguard public health.
What is Mpox and Its Symptoms?
Mpox, formerly known as Monkeypox, is a viral infection transmitted through close contact with an infected person or animal. The disease typically presents with symptoms such as fever, intense headaches, muscle aches, and swollen lymph nodes, followed by a rash that starts on the face and spreads to other body parts. Although the illness can be severe, it is not highly contagious. Early detection and treatment are crucial. If you experience any symptoms, seek medical advice immediately.
