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  • Germany - Mpox cases 2024+

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    Mpox in Germany


    Status: October 22, 2024Due to an increase in Mpox in 2024 in several African countries caused by Mpox clade I viruses, the WHO declared a public health emergency of international concern (PHEIC) for Mpox on August 14, 2024. Declaring a PHEIC enables affected countries to take or intensify further measures , e.g. with regard to vaccine availability, the expansion of diagnostic capacities and other public health measures.

    The occurrence of Mpox in Germany to date is primarily related to an Mpox event that has affected many countries worldwide since May 2022 and is caused by Mpox viruses of clade IIb. On October 18, 2024, an Mpox infection caused by the new clade Ib that was acquired abroad was detected in Germany (see below). Close physical contact is required for Mpox to be transmitted. For transmission and prevention options, see www.rki.de/mpox-flyer and the RKI guide to Mpox . The RKI currently considers the risk to the health of the general population in Germany to be low. The RKI continues to monitor the situation closely and, if necessary, adapts its assessment to the current state of knowledge.

    Clade I

    Since 2023, the WHO has reported an increase in infections with Mpox clade I (including a new variant Ib) in Africa, particularly in the Democratic Republic of Congo (see FAQ on Mpox www.rki.de/mpox-faq > What is known about Mpox clade I outbreaks in Africa? ). The European Center for Disease Prevention and Control has published a comprehensive risk assessment (16.8.2024) and currently classifies the risk of variant Ib for the population in Europe as "low" overall. In Germany, one Mpox infection caused by clade Ib has so far been detected, which was acquired abroad. The RKI currently still does not assume an increased risk from clade I viruses in Germany, but is monitoring the situation very closely and adapting its recommendations if necessary. Information on prevention options, medical care and recommendations for the public health service can be found in the RKI guide to Mpox . There are initially no other measures for medical care. Potential implications for public health recommendations are currently being assessed. It is assumed that available vaccines are also effective against clade I.

    Clade IIb

    In Germany, cases of Mpox clade IIb were identified for the first time in May 2022. To date, around 3,800 cases have been reported to the RKI, the majority of them (around 3,700 cases) from early summer to autumn 2022. After a sharp increase from May 2022, the number of cases has fallen significantly from August 2022 as a result of intensive public health efforts by various agencies. Since mid-October 2022, only a few cases have been reported. After initially no cases were registered at all in spring 2023, case numbers have been continuously reported at a low level (in the single to low double-digit range per month) since summer 2023. No deaths have been registered in Germany so far. Case numbers by reporting week, country, district, age group and gender are available daily via SurvStat https://survstat.rki.de . In this country, transmissions of Mpox clade IIb have primarily occurred in the context of sexual activities, especially among men who have sexual contact with other men (less than 1% of cases affect women, adolescents or children).

    Clade II Mpox cases are still being reported to the RKI. A limited outbreak is also possible again, but a sharp increase in the number of cases like in 2022 is not currently expected. Information on prevention options, medical care and recommendations for the public health service can be found in the RKI guide to Mpox .
    Most of those affected do not become seriously ill. Worldwide, more than 100,000 cases have been reported to the WHO as part of the Mpox clade IIb outbreak , including over 200 deaths . Current international case numbers can be found on the WHO dashboard and Mpox outbreak page . The WHO continues to emphasize the importance of surveillance and prevention measures as well as intensive research.

    Further information from the RKI

    At www.rki.de/mpox, the RKI provides the RKI guide to Mpox , answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs) about Mpox and various recommendations and information on hygiene measures, procedures for large events, diagnostics and therapy, among other things. A flyer from the RKI and BZgA with information on transmission routes and prevention options, among other things, is available at www.rki-de/mpox-flyer .

    A flow chart for the clarification of suspected cases and necessary measures is provided as a guide for doctors . If there are questions about clinical management in special disease courses, the RKI and STAKOB (Permanent Working Group of Competence and Treatment Centers for Diseases Caused by Highly Pathogenic Agents) offer the professional public a 24/7 consultation service . Specialized laboratories such as the consulting laboratory for smallpox viruses can diagnose all occurring variants of clades I and II.

    Information on vaccination against Mpox , including the STIKO vaccination recommendation and vaccination FAQs , can be found at www.rki.de/mpox-impfung .

    Status: October 22, 2024

    https://www.rki.de/DE/Content/InfAZ/...utschland.html

  • #2
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    Mpox "monkeypox"
    First detection in the district - school closed

    December 15, 2024, 4:25 p.m.

    Rhein-Berg. At the weekend, a case of Mpox, formerly known as monkeypox, of the latest variant clade 1b was confirmed in a family in the Rheinisch-Bergischer Kreis. The disease was probably acquired during travel activities by a family member with close contact with the local population in Africa. In the course of the disease, the disease was also confirmed in three other family members, including two children. The health department of the Rheinisch-Bergischer Kreis immediately took the necessary measures. In close coordination with the Robert Koch Institute (RKI) and other health departments involved, contact persons from the school and professional environment were identified and contacted. They were also informed about possible symptoms and protective measures.

    The latest variant of the Mpox infection has been occurring in various countries on the African continent since September 2023. Since August 2024, individual imported infections have occurred in countries outside the African continent, including one case in Germany. The courses are usually mild. The viral disease can be transmitted through contact with the fluid from the blisters on the skin that are typical for the disease, or through contact with blister scabs, but possibly also through droplets from the respiratory tract during close face-to-face contact. This usually occurs in the family environment. Information on Mpox is available from the Federal Center for Health Education at RKI - Mpox/Monkeypox - Flyer from RKI and BZgA on Mpox

    The students at a special school in Rösrath will be taught via distance learning from now until Friday inclusive. After intensive discussions with the RKI and other specialist institutions, the health department and the school management have decided on this preventive measure with a view to the student body that needs special protection. The school rooms will remain closed in order to prevent close contact between the students and thus a further possible spread of MPox. The closure of the school is a preventive measure. The parents/guardians are or were informed of the measure by the school administration. This was preceded by a general order from the health department ordering the closure of the school. This is necessary for legal reasons so that distance learning can be ordered.​

    Rhein-Berg. Zum Wochenende hin wurde in einer Familie im Rheinisch-Bergischen Kreis zunächst ein Fall von Mpox, früher Affenpocken genannt, der neuesten Variante Klade 1b bestätigt.

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    • #3
      Mpox „Affenpocken“
      Erster Nachweis im Kreisgebiet - Schule geschlossen
      • 15. Dezember 2024, 16:25 Uhr
      Rhein-Berg. Zum Wochenende hin wurde in einer Familie im Rheinisch-Bergischen Kreis zunächst ein Fall von Mpox, früher Affenpocken genannt, der neuesten Variante Klade 1b bestätigt. Die Erkrankung wurde vermutlich im Rahmen von Reisetätigkeiten eines Familienmitgliedes mit engen Kontakten zur einheimischen Bevölkerung in Afrika erworben. Im Verlauf bestätigte sich nun auch bei drei weiteren Familienmitgliedern, darunter zwei Kindern, die Erkrankung. Das Gesundheitsamt des Rheinisch-Bergischen Kreises hat unverzüglich die erforderlichen Maßnahmen getroffen. In enger Abstimmung mit dem Robert-Koch-Institut (RKI) und anderen beteiligten Gesundheitsämtern wurden Kontaktpersonen auch aus dem schulischen und beruflichen Umfeld ermittelt und kontaktiert. Sie wurden darüber hinaus über mögliche Symptome und Schutzmaßnahmen aufgeklärt.
      Die neueste Variante der Mpox Infektion tritt seit September 2023 in verschiedenen Ländern des afrikanischen Kontinents auf. Seit August 2024 traten einzelne importierte Infektionen in Ländern außerhalb des afrikanischen Kontinents auf, auch ein Fall in Deutschland. Die Verläufe sind meist mild. Übertragen werden kann die Viruserkrankung bei Kontakt zur Flüssigkeit aus den Bläschen der Haut, die für die Erkrankung typisch sind, oder durch Kontakt zu Bläschenschorf, aber möglicherweise auch durch Tröpfchen aus den Atemwegen bei engen Face-to-Face Kontakten. Dies erfolgt meist im familiären Umfeld. Informationen zu Mpox gibt es bei der Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung unter RKI - Mpox/Affenpocken - Flyer von RKI und BZgA zu Mpox
      Die Schüler*innen einer Förderschule in Rösrath werden ab sofort bis einschließlich Freitag im Distanzunterricht beschult. Nach intensivem Austausch mit dem RKI und weiteren Fachinstitutionen haben sich das Gesundheitsamt und die Schulleitung mit Blick auf die besonders zu schützende Schülerschaft zu dieser vorbeugenden Maßnahme entschlossen. Die Räume der Schule bleiben geschlossen, um enge Kontakte zwischen den Schüler*innen und somit eine weitere eventuelle Verbreitung von MPox zu verhindern. Bei der Schließung der Schule handelt es sich um eine präventive Maßnahme. Die Erziehungsberechtigten werden beziehungsweise wurden durch die Schulleitung über die Maßnahme informiert. Vorausgegangen war eine Allgemeinverfügung des Gesundheitsamtes, die die Schließung der Schule verfügt. Dies ist aus rechtlichen Gründen notwendig, damit Distanzunterricht angeordnet werden kann.​

      Rhein-Berg. Zum Wochenende hin wurde in einer Familie im Rheinisch-Bergischen Kreis zunächst ein Fall von Mpox, früher Affenpocken genannt, der neuesten Variante Klade 1b bestätigt.

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