India Prepares Isolation Wards for Monkeypox

In response to the growing concerns over monkeypox, both Hyderabad and Mumbai have taken proactive measures to prepare their healthcare systems. In Hyderabad, Fever Hospital and Gandhi Hospital have established special isolation wards, despite no reported cases in the area, as a precautionary step directed by Health Minister Damodar Raja Narasimha. Meanwhile, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has set up a 14-bed ward at Seven Hills Hospital and commenced thermal screening at Mumbai airport for travelers from monkeypox-affected regions. The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has issued advisories to states, emphasizing the need for enhanced surveillance and preventive measures. Health officials have confirmed that communication with airport authorities is ongoing to monitor incoming travelers effectively. Authorities stress the importance of preparedness without inciting fear among the public, as they ensure the availability of necessary medical supplies and facilities.