Isolated Mpox Case Detected in Haryana Traveler

A Haryana resident who recently traveled from a country with ongoing mpox transmission has tested positive for the virus, confirmed by the Union Health Ministry. The individual is in stable condition at Delhi's LNJP Hospital. Authorities stress it's an isolated case with no immediate public risk.

A man who recently traveled from a country experiencing mpox transmission tested positive for the disease, according to the Union Health Ministry's announcement on Monday, emphasizing that this is an ''isolated case'' with no immediate public risk.

The 26-year-old, residing in Haryana's Hisar, was admitted to Delhi's LNJP Hospital on Saturday. Sources at the hospital confirm his condition remains stable.

Laboratory tests verified the mpox virus of the West African clade-2 in the patient, marking a travel-related infection. The Union Health Ministry stated this case aligns with earlier risk assessments and noted robust public health measures are in place to monitor the situation.

(With inputs from agencies.)