Barrancabermeja registra su primer caso de viruela del mono ¿Qué síntomas son de alarma?
El virus de origen africano que se contagia de animales —como las ratas y los monos— a humanos y entre humanos ya se encuentra en Barrancabermeja, Santander.
TL;DR
- Monkeypox has been detected in Barrancabermeja, Santander.
- A 37-year-old male patient has been confirmed with the virus.
- Health authorities have activated response protocols and are monitoring the isolated case.
- The public is advised to be aware of symptoms such as headache, muscle pain, fever, fatigue, swollen lymph nodes, and skin lesions.
- Recommendations include avoiding contact with symptomatic individuals and their belongings, frequent hand washing, and avoiding direct physical contact with people exhibiting suspicious skin lesions.