Tag: Public Health.
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What should we know about gonorrhea?
Gonorrhea, caused by the bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoeae, is a sexually transmitted infection that demands attention due to its potential for serious and long-term health repercussions, including sterility. However, armed with knowledge, awareness, and proper medical intervention, this infection is treatable with antibiotics. The Basics of Gonorrhea Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted infection that can affect…
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Stromectol and Zoonotic Diseases: A Crucial Connection
Zoonotic diseases, also known as zoonoses, are infectious diseases that can be transmitted from animals to humans and vice versa. These diseases have been a significant concern for public health, as they can cause outbreaks and pandemics if not properly managed. In recent years, the use of Stromectol (Ivermectin) has gained attention for its potential…
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First child infected with monkeypox in the Netherlands
The National Institutes of Health (RIVM) of the Netherlands has announced the identification of the first case of baby monkeypox, escalating the total count to 352 cases, as of Monday. This rare viral infection is capable of human-to-human transmission, with a wide range of severity. The medical community, however, has not speculated sexual violence as…
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THE WHN DECLARES MONKEYPOX A PANDEMIC
With the confirmed cases of Monkeypox growing week by week across multiple continents, it is alarming to note that the outbreak has already spread to 58 countries through local community transmission. The total number of confirmed cases currently stands at 3,417, and this number is expected to increase further, posing a major threat to public…
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The European Union plans to purchase 110,000 doses of monkeypox vaccine
The European Union plans to purchase 110,000 doses of monkeypox vaccine, an agreement could be signed on Thursday. This was stated by EU Commissioner for Health Stella Kyriakides. The first doses from the ordered volume are expected to arrive by the end of June. Kyriakides noted that 900 cases of monkeypox are currently known in…
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First case of monkeypox confirmed in Poland
On Friday, June 10, the first case of monkeypox infection was confirmed in Poland. The patient is in a medical institution in isolation, said Polish Minister of Health Adam Nedzielski. “We had about 10 suspected cases of monkeypox, samples are being examined. June 10 is the day we have our first case,” the minister said.…
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Fourth dose of COVID-19 vaccine
Exciting news from the UK’s COV-BOOST study reveals that fourth booster doses of coronavirus vaccines can offer enhanced protection against the virus, particularly among those over 70 years old. However, experts warn that the benefits may only be short-lived and may not be sustainable in the long term. In April 2022, the UK rolled out…
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THE OUTBREAK OF MONKEY POX IS UNLIKELY TO BECOME GLOBAL
The World Health Organization (WHO) reassures the public that the ongoing outbreak of monkeypox is not likely to escalate to a pandemic. However, the organization’s expert, Rosamund Lewis, admits that much is still unknown about the disease, including its exact transmission routes and the potential impact of smallpox vaccination discontinuation. Lewis emphasized that the WHO…
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Monkeypox infographic
To date, more than 600 cases of smallpox infection in monkeys have been confirmed in the world. This rare virus is transmitted to humans from monkeys and rodents, as well as from other people. Vaccination against smallpox, which was widespread in the past, is considered reliable protection against it. The main characteristics of the infection…