Health ministry confirms first case of monkeypox in Laos


VIENTIANE (Vientiane Times/Asia News Network): The Ministry of Health has confirmed the first case of monkeypox in Laos and is encouraging health officials throughout the country to be on the alert for more cases of the virus.

A man contracted monkeypox after travelling from a neighbouring country and is currently under observation at a Vientiane hospital.

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