Monkeypox: no cases in Togo

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Extract from the article: Monkeypox is rife in certain regions of the world, particularly in Africa. It has been declared a continental and international public health emergency by the CDC Africa and the World Health Organisation respectively. It is a contagious virus that ca

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Monkeypox is rife in certain regions of the world, particularly in Africa. It has been declared a continental and international public health emergency by the CDC Africa and the World Health Organisation respectively. It is a contagious virus that can infect people of any age. It is spread by direct or indirect contact with blood, body fluids or lesions on the skin or mucous membranes of infected animals. Close contact with infected respiratory secretions or skin lesions, or with objects contaminated by biological fluids, can be the source of person-to-person transmission.

The disease generally manifests itself as fever and pimples on the skin, sometimes accompanied by other non-specific signs. According to a press release issued by the Ministry of Health on Thursday 15 June 2024,  Togo has not recorded any cases. However, epidemiological surveillance is being stepped up at all levels, especially at entry points, to ensure early detection.

Faced with this situation, the Ministry of Health and Public Hygiene is urging people to be extra vigilant and to adopt the following behaviour to avoid contracting this disease: wash your hands properly and regularly with clean water and soap or ash, especially after handling animals; protect your nose and mouth when sneezing or coughing; avoid all contact with the blood and other biological fluids of a suspect person. In the event of any suspicion, inform the staff at the nearest health centre so that they can be treated quickly and appropriately.Monkeypox can be cured if detected and treated early in a health centre.

Jean ELI