Monkeypox Testing Kiosks Set Up at Bengaluru Airport

Kempegowda International Airport (KIA) in Bengaluru has implemented monkeypox testing kiosks for international passengers, particularly those arriving from African countries. The move aligns with stringent health and safety protocols similar to those during the COVID-19 pandemic. Passengers with elevated temperatures will be screened, and those testing positive for monkeypox will face a mandatory 21-day quarantine and isolation.

The Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL) confirmed its readiness to adhere to all relevant health guidelines amidst the global monkeypox situation.

Currently, India has reported one confirmed case of monkeypox, a 26-year-old man from Haryana, who is stable and receiving treatment at LNJP hospital. The strain identified in India is not the Clade 1b variant, known for its virulence. The World Health Organisation (WHO) declared monkeypox a public health emergency on August 14.

A suspected case was also reported at Karachi’s Jinnah International Airport, where a traveler from Jeddah exhibited symptoms resembling monkeypox.

Monkeypox is a viral disease initially found in primates, transmissible to humans through contact with infected animals or individuals. Symptoms include fever, rash, and swollen lymph nodes, with severe cases possible. Preventive measures involve good hygiene, avoiding close contact with infected persons or animals, and seeking medical help if symptoms arise.

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