Even though only one case of Monkeypox was reported in the region—a 40-year-old from Karkala taluk in Udupi district who has fully recovered—the health department in Dakshina Kannada remains on alert.
Officials are actively monitoring arrivals at Mangaluru International Airport (MIA) and have set aside dedicated beds at Wenlock District Hospital as a precaution. No new infections have surfaced since the Dubai returnee tested positive. The patient and his wife, both in hospital isolation, are set to be discharged soon.
The individual, who arrived on January 17, developed skin rashes and fever two days later. Following protocol, he was isolated, and his samples were sent to Bangalore Medical College and later confirmed positive by the National Institute of Virology (NIV), Pune, on January 23.
Health officials stress there is no cause for panic, as Monkeypox is not considered severe, but they emphasize the importance of precautionary measures. Nationwide, around 30 cases have been reported.
The Airport Health Organisation continues screening passengers, referring suspected cases for medical evaluation. The recovered patient, his wife, and all close contacts, including co-passengers, remain in good health.
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