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Monkey Pox Outbreak: Important Things You Should Know About Monkeypox by PublicHealthNig: 5:43pm On Oct 06, 2017 |
with monkeypox in Bayelsa and the minister of health warning Nigerians to avoid consuming bush meats and rodents, it has become imperative to sensitize the public about the infectious disease called monkeypox Monkeypox is a rare viral zoonosis (a virus transmitted to humans from animals) with symptoms in humans similar to those seen in the past in smallpox patients, although less severe. Smallpox was eradicated in 1980.However, monkeypox still occurs sporadically in some parts of Africa. Transmission of Monkeypox Transmission of monkeypox virus occurs when a person comes into contact with the virus from an animal, human, or materials contaminated with the virus. The virus enters the body through broken skin (even if not visible), respiratory tract, or the mucous membranes (eyes, nose, or mouth). Animal-to-human transmission may occur by bite or scratch, bush meat preparation, direct contact with body fluids or lesion material, or indirect contact with lesion material, such as through contaminated bedding. Human-to-human transmission is thought to occur primarily through large respiratory droplets. Respiratory droplets generally cannot travel more than a few feet, so prolonged face-to-face contact is required. Other human-to-human methods of transmission include direct contact with body fluids or lesion material, and indirect contact with lesion material, such as through contaminated clothing or linens. Symptoms In humans, the symptoms of monkeypox are similar to but milder than the symptoms of smallpox. Monkeypox begins with fever, headache, muscle aches, and exhaustion. The main difference between symptoms of smallpox and monkeypox is that monkeypox causes lymph nodes to swell (lymphadenopathy) while smallpox does not. The incubation period (time from infection to symptoms) for monkeypox is usually 7−14 days but can range from 5−21 days. The illness begins with: • Fever • Headache • Muscle aches • Backache • Swollen lymph nodes • Chills • Exhaustion Prevention of small pox • Avoid contact with animals that could harbor the virus (including animals that are sick or that have been found dead in areas where monkeypox occurs). • Avoid contact with any materials, such as bedding, that has been in contact with a sick animal. • Isolate infected patients from others who could be at risk for infection. • Practice good hand hygiene after contact with infected animals or humans. For example, washing your hands with soap and water or using an alcohol-based hand sanitizer. • Use personal protective equipment (PPE) when caring for patients. Symptoms In humans, the symptoms of monkeypox are similar to but milder than the symptoms of smallpox. Monkeypox begins with fever, headache, muscle aches, and exhaustion. The main difference between symptoms of smallpox and monkeypox is that monkeypox causes lymph nodes to swell (lymphadenopathy) while smallpox does not. The incubation period (time from infection to symptoms) for monkeypox is usually 7−14 days but can range from 5−21 days. The illness begins with: • Fever • Headache • Muscle aches • Backache • Swollen lymph nodes • Chills • Exhaustion Stay Safe Avoid Bush Meats for Now Source : http://www.publichealth.com.ng/all-you-need-to-know-about-the-monkeypox-disease/ 3 Likes 3 Shares
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Re: Monkey Pox Outbreak: Important Things You Should Know About Monkeypox by NwaChibuzor: 5:50pm On Oct 06, 2017 |
later if oyinbos call them monkeys , dem go dey vex. Buhari, sorry jubrin brought this virus from sudan. 15 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: Monkey Pox Outbreak: Important Things You Should Know About Monkeypox by Nobody: 7:26pm On Oct 06, 2017 |
I wish virus never existed 2 Likes |
Re: Monkey Pox Outbreak: Important Things You Should Know About Monkeypox by Ugaboy: 7:27pm On Oct 06, 2017 |
Oh no I took third I just registered yesterday Am already competing for ftc What is even wrong with me Less I forget U don't need miss this opportunity 1 Like 1 Share
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Re: Monkey Pox Outbreak: Important Things You Should Know About Monkeypox by chinaze4real(m): 7:27pm On Oct 06, 2017 |
BUHARI is the problem 6 Likes |
Re: Monkey Pox Outbreak: Important Things You Should Know About Monkeypox by ahnaija: 7:28pm On Oct 06, 2017 |
well.... thanks disease is not actually from monkey... it can be from any animal 1 Like |
Re: Monkey Pox Outbreak: Important Things You Should Know About Monkeypox by Stevengerd(m): 7:28pm On Oct 06, 2017 |
Ebola Reloaded 2 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Monkey Pox Outbreak: Important Things You Should Know About Monkeypox by echobazz: 7:28pm On Oct 06, 2017 |
May God help us. Epidemic outbreaks everywhere. 2 Likes |
Re: Monkey Pox Outbreak: Important Things You Should Know About Monkeypox by seedman(m): 7:28pm On Oct 06, 2017 |
Jesus 1 Like |
Re: Monkey Pox Outbreak: Important Things You Should Know About Monkeypox by FitnessDoctor: 7:28pm On Oct 06, 2017 |
Another virus that is transmitted through contact... Ebola left a scar in Africa and now monkeypox. I believe the only way to prevent this disease from spreading is to ban meat. Without the exchange of meat, it can easily be curbed. In Other News You can visit my blog www.realfitbody.com for 10 Sex Positions You Should Never Try!!! For Your Own Good |
Re: Monkey Pox Outbreak: Important Things You Should Know About Monkeypox by tolexy123: 7:28pm On Oct 06, 2017 |
Lawd have mercy |
Re: Monkey Pox Outbreak: Important Things You Should Know About Monkeypox by IamOpemipo(m): 7:28pm On Oct 06, 2017 |
Eleyi deep o |
Re: Monkey Pox Outbreak: Important Things You Should Know About Monkeypox by muller101(m): 7:29pm On Oct 06, 2017 |
Snake pox. 15 Likes
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Re: Monkey Pox Outbreak: Important Things You Should Know About Monkeypox by oshe11: 7:30pm On Oct 06, 2017 |
The child belike...... "TAKE FIVE" 1 Like |
Re: Monkey Pox Outbreak: Important Things You Should Know About Monkeypox by Yusuf54: 7:30pm On Oct 06, 2017 |
NwaChibuzor:And who are the Monkeys U r refering to ? Ode Burukuuuuuuuu 11 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Monkey Pox Outbreak: Important Things You Should Know About Monkeypox by PissedOffWeed(m): 7:30pm On Oct 06, 2017 |
God forbid !!! But if I get this kind sickness.... Walai, as the rashes get to this point... I will kuku hang myself!!! Wtf is this!!!!!!! 5 Likes |
Re: Monkey Pox Outbreak: Important Things You Should Know About Monkeypox by Ugaboy: 7:31pm On Oct 06, 2017 |
chinaze4real: And who is ur responsible for ur own problems 2 Likes |
Re: Monkey Pox Outbreak: Important Things You Should Know About Monkeypox by Skerere: 7:31pm On Oct 06, 2017 |
hya!hya!hya! |
Re: Monkey Pox Outbreak: Important Things You Should Know About Monkeypox by Hofbrauhaus(m): 7:32pm On Oct 06, 2017 |
....that moment when you realize that there is no monkeypox in Nigeria but BMCs desperately looking for an achievement for the dullard from daura, creates monkeypox. We see you fools. I told you so.. 2 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Monkey Pox Outbreak: Important Things You Should Know About Monkeypox by maxiuc(m): 7:32pm On Oct 06, 2017 |
God protect your children ooooooooo It was by this time 2014 when Ebola scare increased Hand sanitizer company Oya business Don come State governor will now say he Spent 2trillion naira In fighting the virus |
Re: Monkey Pox Outbreak: Important Things You Should Know About Monkeypox by Generalyemi(m): 7:33pm On Oct 06, 2017 |
get ready |
Re: Monkey Pox Outbreak: Important Things You Should Know About Monkeypox by PMBtill2023: 7:34pm On Oct 06, 2017 |
chinaze4real:Fish Brain |
Re: Monkey Pox Outbreak: Important Things You Should Know About Monkeypox by NwaChibuzor: 7:34pm On Oct 06, 2017 |
Yusuf54:iya baba e |
Re: Monkey Pox Outbreak: Important Things You Should Know About Monkeypox by Generalyemi(m): 7:36pm On Oct 06, 2017 |
Ugaboy: u need this monkeypox in your life 1 Like |
Re: Monkey Pox Outbreak: Important Things You Should Know About Monkeypox by PMBtill2023: 7:36pm On Oct 06, 2017 |
MAY Almighty ALLAH save us (AMEEN) 3 Likes |
Re: Monkey Pox Outbreak: Important Things You Should Know About Monkeypox by echobazz: 7:38pm On Oct 06, 2017 |
Ugaboy:Oya clap for yourself 1 Like |
Re: Monkey Pox Outbreak: Important Things You Should Know About Monkeypox by Rudewaterz(m): 7:38pm On Oct 06, 2017 |
oshe11:You're certifiably incapable of empathy, and it is shameful. |
Re: Monkey Pox Outbreak: Important Things You Should Know About Monkeypox by Koolking(m): 7:38pm On Oct 06, 2017 |
PublicHealthNig: Every disease seems to have similar symptoms, including HIV/Aids. I am wondering how we arrive at their various names |
Re: Monkey Pox Outbreak: Important Things You Should Know About Monkeypox by YesNoMaybe: 7:38pm On Oct 06, 2017 |
The prophecies were true afterall |
Re: Monkey Pox Outbreak: Important Things You Should Know About Monkeypox by Paulpaulpaul(m): 7:39pm On Oct 06, 2017 |
Okay |
Re: Monkey Pox Outbreak: Important Things You Should Know About Monkeypox by oshe11: 7:40pm On Oct 06, 2017 |
Rudewaterz:calm down bro |
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