‘Quickly seek treatment if you develop monkeypox symptoms’

IPOH: State residents have been advised to immediately seek treatment at the nearest clinic or hospital if they experience symptoms similar to those of monkeypox, according to State Human Resources, Health, Indian Community Affairs and National Integration Committee chairman A. Sivanesan. Such symptoms include fever, fatigue, headaches, and a maculopapular rash that begins on the face and spreads to the hands and feet before affecting the rest of the body. Sivanesan urged the public to be cautious and pursue health screening if they exhibit these symptoms. He made these remarks after launching a public health campaign at Aeon Mall Station 18 in Ipoh.

Last Friday, the Health Ministry confirmed that two cases of monkeypox infection had been reported in the country. The first case involved a foreign male, while the second case was a local male who had come into contact with the initial monkeypox case. He tested positive for monkeypox on July 29. As of now, there have been no reported incidents of monkeypox infection in the state of Perak.

In order to prevent the spread of the disease, the Perak State Health Department has implemented proactive preventive measures and is closely monitoring high-risk areas, such as international entry points, according to Sivanesan. He also mentioned that everyone at risk, including travelers and tourists, is being monitored, and all Health Department staff members have received training to ensure they can effectively manage cases of monkeypox.