Countries Implement Health Measures Amid Monkeypox Outbreak

In response to a global outbreak of monkeypox, Pakistan has enhanced its health screenings at airports, screening over 18,000 passengers from international flights amid a reported mpox case. The Federal Ministry of Health has mandated strict preventive measures including health clearances linked to visa issuance. Similarly, Pune Airport in India has begun thermal scanning and established isolation facilities for suspected cases, following directives from the Union Health Ministry. The WHO has declared monkeypox a global health emergency, prompting countries like China and Vietnam to implement monitoring protocols at border crossings. France is also preparing for potential cases as a new variant spreads in Europe, while the Democratic Republic of the Congo faces a significant surge in cases. Health officials stress the importance of close contact monitoring and the need for adequate vaccination supplies, especially in low-income countries.