– Monkeypox has been declared a public health emergency of international concern by the WHO
– A new sexually transmissible strain of the virus is a cause for concern
– Monkeypox has caused a high number of cases and deaths in multiple countries since 2022
– The spread of a new clade of monkeypox is worrying, with a high risk of transmission
– Cases in India have been reported, highlighting the need for vigilance and international coordination
– Monkeypox spreads through close contact and can lead to severe symptoms including rash, fever, and death
– Testing for monkeypox requires a PCR test
– The reporter, Annona Dutt, has covered various health topics and government responses, as well as space missions and has received recognition for her work.