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Cyprus confirms first case of monkeypox

NICOSIA -- Cyprus confirmed its first case of monkeypox on Tuesday, Aug. 2, a health ministry spokesman said.

Japan approves smallpox vaccine to prevent monkeypox

TOKYO -- Japan's health ministry has approved the use of a smallpox vaccine believed to be effective against monkeypox.

Over 450 monkeypox cases confirmed in U.S. Texas

HOUSTON -- More than 450 monkeypox cases have been confirmed as of Tuesday in Texas, the second most populous state in the United States, according to the state's health department.

Indonesia temporarily unblocks Yahoo, PayPal, Dota after public outcry

The Indonesian authorities have temporarily unblocked search engine Yahoo, payment firm PayPal, and gaming platforms Steam, Dota and Counter-Strike, following public protests, an official said Tuesday, Aug. 2.

Uruguay to start vaccination campaign against monkeypox

MONTEVIDEO -- Uruguay will begin a vaccination campaign against monkeypox aimed "specifically" at those who have been exposed to the virus, Minister of Public Health Daniel Salinas said Monday, Aug. 1.

Brazil to treat severe monkeypox cases with antiviral drug Tecovirimat

RIO DE JANEIRO -- Brazil plans to use the antiviral drug Tecovirimat to treat severe cases of monkeypox, which has already claimed one life in the country, Health Minister Marcelo Queiroga said Monday, Aug. 1.

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