During the monkeypox epidemic, or mpox, which spread like wildfire in 2022 in around 100 countries, 38 to 50% of people infected with the virus and carrying HIV developed a form severe necrotizing mpox. With higher mortality in these patients, this finding warranted further study of the interaction of advanced HIV and mpox. A particularly … Read more
During 2022, we began to witness the repercussions of experiencing a true pandemic. While it was clear that COVID-19 was here to stay, attention began to focus on other health issues, some of which were very good news. From the high number of cancer survivors, to the discovery of an Alzheimer’s drug, to the spread … Read more
As part of the arrival of the first 7,000 monkeypox vaccines acquired bilaterally from Chile, the former interior minister shared a video through his Instagram account inviting people to participate in the vaccination process. Further details below. This Tuesday morning, the arrival of the first 7,000 monkeypox vaccines acquired bilaterally from Chile was reported, for … Read more
The US city’s health commissioner is asking the World Health Organization to rename the disease, fearing the “devastating” effects on “already vulnerable” communities. Say no more “monkey pox” (“monkeypox” in OV). This is essentially what the city of New York is asking for, which on Tuesday 26 July asked the World Health Organization (WHO) to … Read more