T&T Records Its FOURTH Case of Monkeypox (Mpox) Virus

The Ministry of Health is informing the public that a fourth case of the Monkeypox (Mpox) virus was confirmed via laboratory testing earlier today (Thursday 20th July 2023). The patient is a young adult male.

The Ministry said the relevant County Medical Officer of Health (CMOH) is currently conducting an epidemiological investigation and has initiated the local public health response, which includes home isolation and contact tracing for the patient.

The Ministry is reminding the public to follow the general hygiene principles such as frequent handwashing and sanitizing of high-touch surfaces. Persons experiencing signs or symptoms of Mpox should visit the nearest health facility.

The Ministry said it will continue to provide updates to the public as necessary.

Further information on the Monkeypox virus can be found on the Ministry's website at www.health.gov.tt/monkeypox.

​The Ministry announced the first case on 11th July 2023 and the second case was announced a day later on 12th July 2023. The third case was recorded less than a week later, on 17th July 2023. The first case was a middle-aged male with travel related history; the second case was a young adult male and the third case was a young adult male with a recent travel history.

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