First Canadian case of more severe mpox strain confirmed in Manitoba
"PAC said..risk to the general population remains low.
The agency says the travel-related case is associated with an ongoing outbreak of what’s known as clade 1 mpox in central and eastern Africa.
"It says the person sought medical care for mpox symptoms in Canada shortly after their return and is isolating, with contact tracing being conducted."
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"PAC said..risk to the general population remains low.
The agency says the travel-related case is associated with an ongoing outbreak of what’s known as clade 1 mpox in central and eastern Africa.
"It says the person sought medical care for mpox symptoms in Canada shortly after their return and is isolating, with contact tracing being conducted."
#News #Health #Canada #MAnitoba
https://globalnews.ca/news/10885129/first-canadian-severe-mpox-strain-manitoba/
First Canadian case of more severe mpox strain confirmed in Manitoba
Canada's public health agency confirmed a Manitoba person contracted the more severe mpox strain. PHAC says public risk remains low.The Canadian Press (Global News)