Lebanon reports 1st case of monkeypox

Anadolu Agency
Jun 20, 2022

Lebanon reports 1st case of monkeypox


Lebanon on Monday confirmed the country’s first case of monkeypox virus.

A statement by the Lebanese Health Ministry said the patient had come from abroad and is currently quarantined at home.

The ministry said it is following up those who came in contact with the patient and called for taking all necessary preventive measures.

Monkeypox is a virus transmitted to humans from animals, with symptoms including fever, rash, and swollen lymph nodes.

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