New mpox Virus Infection Detected in Malaysia

Malaysia's health ministry reported a new case of the mpox virus, clade 2 variety. Detected on Monday, the male patient showed symptoms starting September 11, including fever, sore throat, and cough. The health ministry made this announcement on Tuesday.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 17-09-2024 08:03 IST | Created: 17-09-2024 08:03 IST
New mpox Virus Infection Detected in Malaysia
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Malaysia reported a new case of the mpox virus infection of the clade 2 variety, announced the health ministry on Tuesday.

The infection was detected in a male patient on Monday. He had started exhibiting symptoms such as fever, sore throat, and cough on September 11, according to the ministry's statement.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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