Hanoi (VNA) – The Philippine Department of Health (DOH) on September 16 announced three additional cases of monkeypox (mpox), bringing the total confirmed cases across the country this year to 18.
Philippine Health Secretary Teodoro Herbosa specified that the three newly confirmed cases are males from Metro Manila and nearby areas. Among the 18 confirmed patients so far this year, five have recovered, and there have been no fatalities.
The secretary said that none of the 18 patients transmitted the virus to others, and no cases of virus spread occurred during their isolation periods.
Mpox is a contagious disease that can spread from person to person through physical contact. The disease typically causes flu-like symptoms and pus-filled sores. While it usually manifests in a mild form, there is a risk of death or severe complications, especially in children, pregnant women, and immunocompromised individuals.
This year, the outbreak has become more complex in Africa and has been detected in several countries worldwide.
On August 14, the World Health Organisation (WHO) declared a public health emergency of international concern regarding the disease./.
