Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:32pm on 30 Oct 2024,Wednesday Health & Wellness
The UK has confirmed its first case of mpox clade Ib, a new virus strain spreading in Africa. The individual, who returned from an affected area on October 21, developed flu-like symptoms and a rash before testing positive. They are now being treated at London’s Royal Free Hospital. Health officials are tracing close contacts to prevent any spread. The UK Health Security Agency says the risk to the public is low, but investigations are ongoing. This strain, first seen in the Democratic Republic of Congo, can cause severe illness, and the UK recently ordered extra vaccine doses for protection.
