Russia registers first monkeypox case

Xinhua News Agency

 

MOSCOW – Russia has registered its first confirmed case of monkeypox, Rospotrebnadzor, the country’s consumer rights and human well-being watchdog, said in a statement on Tuesday, July 12.

“Russia has confirmed its first case of monkeypox. A young man, who had returned to Russia after a trip from European countries, turned to medical  treatment because of a characteristic rash,” it said.

The patient has been isolated and is under medical supervision with mild symptoms but no life-threatening risks.

The watchdog said that the situation is under strict control and the possibility of further spreading has been stopped. (Xinhua)

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