Pakistan reports sixth case of Monkeypox
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Federal Ministry of National Health has confirmed the sixth monkeypox case (Mpox) in Pakistan.
A 44-year-old man with a travel history of Gulf countries was identified during screening by the Border Health Services team at Islamabad Airport.
The patient is currently in isolation at PIMS Hospital and is reportedly in stable condition.
The spokesperson from the Ministry of Health stated that the Border Health Services team is ensuring an effective screening system at the airports.
Over 630,000 passengers have been screened so far to prevent the spread of Mpox.
Prime Minister’s Health Coordinator Dr Mukhtar Bharth also assured that all necessary measures are being taken to protect the public and to monitor the situation closely.