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‘Jakarta, recognized as a distinct province, has reported the highest number of monkeypox cases at 38, with 23 recoveries included in the count. #monkeypox ’
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Some cases were accompanied by other diseases such as human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and syphilis, added Tarmizi. Meanwhile, the work to prevent new cases is hampered by the minimal number of vaccine doses, Xinhua news agency reported.
What is Monkeypox?
Monkeypox (MPX) is a rare viral infection caused by the monkeypox virus, (1✔ ✔Trusted SourceAbout Mpox
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The monkeypox case in Indonesia was first detected this year on October 13, in a resident who had just returned from a trip to various countries. Epidemiologists estimate the number of cases could multiply to 3,600 cases a year if without any interventions.
Reference:
- About Mpox - (https://www.cdc.gov/poxvirus/mpox/about/index.html)