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From shadows to spotlight: Unearthing Pakistan's first monkeypox case and navigating the way forward

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Last updated: 25 Dec 2024

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Medical virology

Abstract

The appearance of the first monkeypox case in Pakistan presents significant challenges in terms of public health management, particularly considering the potential risks associated with international travel. This letter addresses the scientific aspects of this case and proposes strategies to mitigate the challenges and ensure careful monitoring of travelers. Key challenges include accurate diagnosis and timely identification of cases, given the nonspecific clinical presentation of monkeypox. Furthermore, the potential for human-to-human transmission highlights the need for stringent surveillance, robust contact tracing, and isolation protocols. The risk of importation through travelers underscores the importance of effective screening measures at entry points and comprehensive health education campaigns targeting both travelers and healthcare professionals. International collaboration and information sharing play a crucial role in tracking the spread of monkeypox strains and developing appropriate vaccination strategies. This letter emphasizes the urgency of adopting a scientific, evidence-based approach to address the challenges posed by the first monkeypox case in Pakistan. By implementing meticulous surveillance and preventive measures, we can minimize the potential impact on public health and effectively manage this emerging threat.

DOI

10.21608/mid.2023.211837.1522

Keywords

monkeypox, Pakistan, zoonotic disease, health care challenge, Non-endemic

Authors

First Name

Naveed

Last Name

Akhtar

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Affiliation

Department of Zoology, Government Graduate College Pattoki (Kasur), Punjab, Pakistan

Email

coordinator.concordiakkc@gmail.com

City

Kasur

Orcid

0000-0002-5305-7487

First Name

Sara

Last Name

Hayee

MiddleName

-

Affiliation

Department of Zoology, Government Graduate College for Woman, Samanabad, Lahore, Pakistan

Email

sarahayee_1@hotmail.com

City

Kasur

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-

Volume

4

Article Issue

3

Related Issue

42578

Issue Date

2023-08-01

Receive Date

2023-05-18

Publish Date

2023-08-01

Page Start

768

Page End

770

Print ISSN

2682-4132

Online ISSN

2682-4140

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9

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Letter to the Editor

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1,165

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Journal

Publication Title

Microbes and Infectious Diseases

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https://mid.journals.ekb.eg/

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From shadows to spotlight: Unearthing Pakistan's first monkeypox case and navigating the way forward

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25 Dec 2024