97 new cases of monkeypox have been reported in Ireland, according to the HPSC’s most recent data. More than 25,000 cases of the virus have been confirmed in Europe, North America and other countries worldwide where it is not endemic. The majority of confirmed cases in Ireland, according to the HPSC, are not related to … Read more
The Health Protection Surveillance Centre estimates that there are 85 confirmed cases of monkeypox in Ireland (HPSC). More than 18,000 cases of monkeypox have been reported worldwide from 78 different countries, with the majority occurring in Europe, according to the World Health Organization (WHO. On Saturday, the WHO labelled the outbreak a worldwide health emergency. … Read more
Public health specialist Dr. Derval Igoe of the Health Protection Surveillance Centre (HPSC) has said that a management team has been set up to prepare for the “eventuality” of monkeypox arriving in Ireland. Dr. Derval Igoe told RTÉ radio’s Morning Ireland that “It is always better to be prepared”. Dr. Igoe said, “Symptoms are usually … Read more