Mexico - mpox cases - 29 deaths

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Source: https://www.saludiario.com/primera-m...a-mono-mexico/

First monkeypox death in Mexico: Everything we know
The death of a person from septic shock, acquired pneumonia and HIV could be the first death from monkeypox in Mexico.
By
Rodrigo Rojas-
08/23/2022

Until August 22, 386 infections have been confirmed in 24 states of the country.
The death of a person from septic shock, acquired pneumonia and HIV infection could be the first death from monkeypox in Mexico.
Worldwide there have been 41 thousand 664 cases and 12 deaths.

The health situation around the world remains at a complicated time due to all the problems that occur at the same time. Only in our country today was a death announced that could be the first caused by monkeypox in Mexico.

All part of the official information published by the Ministry of Health (SSa). What it mentions is that until August 22, 386 infections have been confirmed in 24 states of the country.

The Institute of Epidemiological Diagnosis and Reference (InDRE) reported that the positive cases are distributed in: Mexico City, 209 infections; Jalisco, 69; State of Mexico, 21; Yucatan, 20; Quintana Roo, 12; Baja California, eight; Nuevo Leon, seven; Chiapas, five; Veracruz, five; Puebla, four; Tabasco, four; Morelos, three; Colima, two; Chihuahua, two; Guanajuato, two; Oaxaca, two; Queretaro, two; Sinaloa, two; Sound, two; Aguascalientes, one; Baja California Sur, one; Coahuila, one; Michoacán, one, and San Luis Potosí, one.
Characteristics of the patients

Of the total confirmed cases, 97 percent correspond to men and three percent to women. 47.2 percent of people are between 30 and 39 years old; that is, 182. Likewise, four are under 20 years old; 90, from 20 to 29; 81 between 40 and 49; 25 from 50 to 59; and four people, 60 years or older.

In detail, the Weekly Technical Report on Epidemiological Surveillance mentions that a total of 862 people who meet the operational definition of a probable case have been identified. Of that number there are 386 that have been confirmed, in addition to 172 under study and 304 ruled out by laboratory tests.
The first death from monkeypox in Mexico?

The same document adds that one person died of septic shock, acquired pneumonia and Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) infection. At the same time, when medical care was offered, it was identified that he had lesions compatible with monkeypox, and the test was positive.

Based on the above, the death is carefully analyzed by a group of experts in infectology to determine if there is a cause attributable to monkeypox virus infection.

It is still too early to say that the patient's death was directly caused by monkeypox, although some portals have already made the news official. The reality is that it is appropriate to wait until the results of the analyzes are obtained to be certain of the origin of death...

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Source: https://www.elfinanciero.com.mx/salu...umentan-a-386/

Monkeypox in Mexico: confirmed cases increase to 386
The age group of 30 to 39 years is the most affected by monkeypox in our country, according to official data.
By DraftingAugust 23, 2022 | 11:36 a.m.

The number of confirmed cases of monkeypox in Mexico rose to 386, the Ministry of Health reported Tuesday.

The figure represents an increase of 134 validated infections by the monkeypox virus, that is, an increase of 53 percent in one week.

The age group from 30 to 39 years continues to be the most affected by the disease in Mexico, accounting for 47.2 percent of all confirmed cases, that is, 182 of the 386.

Health reported that so far, four cases of monkeypox in minors are known: two belong to 18-year-olds, while the other two patients are 3 and 9 years old, respectively. .

On the other hand, Mexico City continues to be the entity with the most confirmed cases, since it now has 209, 68 more infections than was reported a week ago. Jalisco appears in second place with 69 confirmed cases. Both entities represent more than 70 percent of the infections reported by the Institute of Epidemiological Diagnosis and Reference (InDRE).

Monkeypox reaches more entities

According to the report from the Ministry of Health, monkeypox has already reached 24 of the 32 states, 4 more states compared to its report last week.

The agency said that currently 172 cases are under study to confirm whether it is monkeypox, while another 304 have been ruled out.

If you suspect that you have been infected with monkeypox or have been in contact with a confirmed case, the recommendation is voluntary isolation at home and notify those who have had close contact with him or her.

Simultaneously, you must call your health care service (IMSS or ISSSTE, or alternatively, the Condesa clinics of the Mexico City Ministry of Health).

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Source: https://www.infobae.com/america/mexi...-20-entidades/

Monkeypox advances in Mexico: 252 cases in 20 entities
Mexico City, Jalisco and Yucatán are the states that lead the figures in terms of the number of infections in the country
August 17, 2022

The Ministry of Health (Ssa) reported that up to August 15, 252 cases of monkeypox were confirmed in the Mexican Republic. The infections are distributed in 20 states, of which Mexico City tops the list with 141.

Mexico City is followed by Jalisco with 46 and Yucatán with 15. The rest of the states where cases of monkeypox have been registered have less than 10, they are the following:

-State of Mexico and Quintana Roo with 9 each.

-Baja California, Chiapas, Nuevo León and Veracruz with 4 cases respectively.

-Tabasco with 3.

- Oaxaca, Puebla and Colima with 2 each.

-Baja California Sur, Chihuahua, Michoacán, Morelos, Querétaro, San Luis Potosí and Sinaloa with one each.

In total, during this epidemiological week, 610 people presented the symptomatic picture of the disease, of which 131 are under study, 227 have been ruled out and 252 have been confirmed.

It is worth mentioning that the number of infections in this Weekly Technical Epidemiological Surveillance Report is considerably higher than that recorded in the previous one. Last week the Ssa reported 147 cases of monkeypox, that is, 106 more cases were added.

There was also a change in the geographical distribution of cases. Previously they were concentrated in 18 states, while in the most recent report mention was made of 20 states where infections have been registered.

Currently, males are the most affected by monkeypox, since 94% of infections are concentrated in men and 6% in women. Regarding the average age of the men who have been infected, the health authorities estimate that 45.6 percent are between 30 and 39 years old.

Globally, until August 12, 34,081 cases and 12 deaths were recorded, which are distributed in 92 countries.
What are the symptoms of monkeypox and how can it be prevented?

According to the website viruela.salud.gob.mx, the symptom picture of monkeypox consists of sudden fever, headache, exhaustion, muscle pain, swollen lymph nodes, profound weakness, and skin lesions, specifically blisters that may appear in any part of the body. It is worth mentioning that sometimes not all symptoms are present.

Regarding the way in which contagion can be prevented, the Ssa has emphasized the importance of avoiding close physical contact (including sexual contact) with people with monkeypox or who are probably infected and not touching objects that have touched sick people.

It is also necessary to take some general measures such as constantly washing your hands with soap or antibacterial gel, using a condom during sexual intercourse, practicing the etiquette sneeze and using the mask correctly.

People who live with a person who has been diagnosed with monkeypox should follow specific instructions. Mainly isolate the patient, use a mask at all times, wash the sick person's clothes, towels and sheets and eating utensils with warm water and detergent; clean and disinfect any contaminated surface, as well as dispose of the healing material properly by throwing them in a tightly closed bag, depositing it in a place separated from the rest of the garbage and washing your hands afterwards.

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Source: https://www.ktsm.com/news/first-case...ciudad-juarez/

First cases of monkeypox reported in Ciudad Juarez
by: Gabriela Rodríguez
Posted: Aug 15, 2022 / 04:23 PM MDT
Updated: Aug 15, 2022 / 04:38 PM MDT

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) – The Health Department of Chihuahua confirmed this morning two cases of monkeypox in Ciudad Juarez.

Patients are two men, 43 and 32 years old respectively. According to reports, they both went on vacation to Colombia and started showing symptoms upon their return...

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Source: https://www.theyucatantimes.com/2022...ed-in-yucatan/


7 new cases of monkeypox detected in Yucatan
By Yucatan Times on August 15, 2022

(August 15, 2022).- There are currently 17 active cases of people infected with the monkeypox virus. All of them are being treated under strict health protocols issued by the federal health authorities.

The age ranges of the infected people are from 23 to 44 years old, and they are mostly male...

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Mexico reports 147 confirmed cases of monkeypox: INDRE
In July, the highest number of accumulated cases occurred, with 11 and 12 in a single day
Octavio Garcia Ortiz
Mexico City
08/14/2022 - 19:53 CDT

In Mexico, in less than three months, 390 suspected cases of monkeypox or monkeypox have been identified, of which 147 have already been confirmed with a positive result, in 18 states, by the Institute of Epidemiological Diagnosis and Reference (InDRE).

Those affected are located in first place in Mexico City with 75 positive cases; followed by Jalisco with 33; Yucatan 7; New Leon 4; Baja California three; Chiapas, State of Mexico, Quintana Roo, Tabasco and Veracruz with three each state; and in Oaxaca and Puebla two in each state respectively.

It should be noted that one case was confirmed in the United States by the CDC, with a history of staying in Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, during its infectious period of transmission. Without following medical orders or protocols, he fled the hospital to his native country, the United States.

By gender, the predominance is 93 percent male and among men between 30 and 39 years old (44.89 percent) with 66 of the 147 confirmed cases.

Followed with 33 cases those who are 40 to 49 years old; 31 positives from 21 to 29 years old; 11 affected from 50 to 59 years; four affected are under 20 years of age and 2 are over 60 years of age.

It should be remembered that the first case was reported on May 27 in the capital of the country and, in July, the highest number of accumulated cases occurred, with 11 and 12 in a single day.

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Source: https://www.elfinanciero.com.mx/salu...en-una-semana/

Monkeypox in Mexico: Confirmed cases double in a week
Mexico City is the entity in the country with the most confirmed cases, according to the report of the Ministry of Health on monkeypox.
August 09, 2022 | 1:29 p.m.

Confirmed cases of monkeypox in Mexico doubled in a week, according to the most recent report from the Ministry of Health.

In its report, the agency indicated that 147 cases have been confirmed, 61 percent more than with respect to the report of August 1, when there were 91 infections.

The Ministry of Health detailed that there are 390 cases that meet the operational definition of a probable case. 107 cases remain under study while another 136 were ruled out as caused by the monkeypox virus.

Until August 8, there are already 18 entities in the country that reported having at least one case of the disease.

The agency added that of the cases, 93 percent occurred in men, while the most affected age group is 30 to 39 years, with 66 of the 147 confirmed cases...

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Source: https://www.jornada.com.mx/notas/202...ca-en-el-pais/

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Ssa registers 91 confirmed cases of monkeypox in the country
Laura Poy Solano Reading time: 3 min.

Mexico City. The Ministry of Health (Ssa) confirmed, until July 31, 91 infections of monkeypox, out of 236 identified that meet the operational definition of probable case, according to the Weekly Technical Report of Epidemiological Surveillance on this disease.

The positive cases were confirmed by the Institute of Epidemiological Diagnosis and Reference (InDRE), and are distributed in 15 entities: Mexico City, 45 infections; Jalisco, 22; New Lion; Tabasco; and Veracruz, with three positive confirmations, respectively.

It is followed by the state of Mexico; Oaxaca; Puebla; Quintana Roo; Yucatan, with two cases; while Baja California; Baja California Sur; Colima; Chiapas and Sinaloa report one case per entity.

Of the 236 cases identified that meet the operational definition, in addition to the 91 confirmed, 50 are under study, 95 have been ruled out by laboratory diagnosis, and no deaths secondary to the disease have been reported.

The Ssa explained that 92 percent of the affected people are male and eight percent are female. Almost half are between 30 and 39 years old...

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Source: https://www.infobae.com/america/agen...acion-extensa/

Mexico confirms 60 cases of monkeypox but denies "widespread" spread
By Newsroom Infobae
July 26, 2022

Mexico City, July 26. The Mexican government reports 60 confirmed cases of monkeypox in the country in a period of almost two months, Hugo López-Gatell, undersecretary for Prevention and Health Promotion, reported Tuesday, who denied that it will spread "widely."

“In Mexico we have had 60 cases so far. Yes, it is expected that more cases will continue to occur, as we will continue to look for them with active surveillance that we have mounted since the beginning of the World Health Organization (WHO) warning," López-Gatell declared at the daily government conference.

After confirming the first case on May 28, 11 states have registered patients with the disease, concentrated in particular in Mexico City and Jalisco, a state in the west of the country.

But Undersecretary López-Gatell, in charge of the covid-19 pandemic in Mexico, pointed out that there have been no deaths and only five people have been hospitalized.

The official argued that "this is not a disease that is expected to spread widely."

"This disease is not going to behave like covid-19, it is not universally or extensively spread, it occurs in small outbreaks in certain key populations and transmission is mostly through contact with the skin of people when they are in the active phase. ", he indicated...

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Source: https://imagendeveracruz.mx/nacional...ertos/50211990

There are 59 cases of monkeypox in Mexico; there is no report of deaths
The National Epidemiological Surveillance Committee reported that in Mexico there are 10 states that have positive cases of monkeypox.
Mexico | 2022-07-25 | Drafting

Mexico accumulates 59 cases of monkeypox, as indicated by the National Epidemiological Surveillance Committee (Conave) who detailed that there are currently active cases in Mexico City, Jalisco, Veracruz, Baja California, Colima, Quintana Roo, Nuevo León , State of Mexico, Oaxaca and Sinaloa.

Until July 18, Mexico had 48 confirmed cases, so the number rose during the last 7 days, reaching almost 25 percent in 10 entities of the country.

This after the state of Oaxaca was added to the list of entities that have one or more confirmed cases of monkeypox, causing alarm after the announcement by the World Health Organization that declared that monkeypox became a global health emergency.

The WHO considered that the monkeypox outbreak represents a high-impact threat to the world population, requiring a rapid response.

For its part, Mexico indicated that the studies that are currently being carried out, the patients who are testing positive are between 30 and 49 years of age.

So far, there have been no reports of people dying from this monkeypox transmission.

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Source: https://focusnoticias.com.mx/mexico-...s-preventivas/

Mexico confirms 55 cases of monkeypox and expands preventive measures
By Focus News / EFE
07/24/2022

Mexico City.- The Government of Mexico confirmed 55 cases of monkeypox in the country while expanding prevention, surveillance and control measures for the disease, for which the World Health Organization (WHO) declared a international health emergency.

In a statement, the Mexican Ministry of Health (SSA) reported that, as of July 23, 55 cases have been confirmed in nine states of the 32 that make up the country. Mexico detected its first case on May 28. After being declared a public health emergency of international importance (ESPII), the WHO presented a series of recommendations for the member countries of this organization.

"The ESPII declaration meets several criteria, not necessarily because it is a serious or rapidly spreading disease," the SSa noted in the note.

In addition, he said that the WHO “considers it as mild, self-limited and of low transmission. Its clinical features, transmission mechanisms, and rate of spread are considerably different from COVID-19.” For this reason, Salud de México said that the new phase of the package of preventive interventions "incorporates the issuance of a second Epidemiological Notice of Monkeypox for all medical and public health units."

In addition, he said that they present the clinical practice guidelines for standardized care and the automated call center will be enabled to guide people and facilitate access to care. While on the specific website for monkeypox various informational materials for health promotion will be presented, health personnel will be trained and awareness and risk management workshops will be held for key populations, among other measures.

"The guidelines for epidemiological surveillance and laboratory diagnosis, in force since the beginning of the epidemic in May 2022, have guided the timely detection and confirmation of suspected cases," the agency said.

The SSa recalled that the disease is transmitted by direct contact with infected animals such as monkeys and rodents; by exposure to secretions of an infected person through mucous membranes or skin lesions. Also, by eating undercooked meat and other animal products contaminated with the virus. Other known mechanisms include respiratory droplets and objects contaminated with the body fluids of the sick person.

He specified that in Mexico monkeypox is not an endemic disease, so transmission is mainly through close contact (including sexual intercourse) with infected people during their period of contagion or through contaminated objects (clothes, bedding, towels). and others).

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Source: https://www.infobae.com/america/mexi...han-detectado/


Global emergency due to Monkeypox: with 52 cases in Mexico, the states on alert where they have been detected
The state of Jalisco is where the largest number of patients infected with Monkeypox is concentrated
July 23, 2022

The World Health Organization (WHO) declared monkeypox a global health emergency. The classification is the highest alert the WHO can issue and follows a global uptick in cases. So far, more than 16,000 cases have been registered in 75 countries, reported WHO Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus.

It is worth mentioning that there are currently only two other such health emergencies: the coronavirus pandemic and the ongoing effort to eradicate polio.

Mexico ranks number 20 internationally, with a total of 52 people infected with monkeypox. Ireland follows with 69, Sweden 77 and Austria 99; Spain being the country that ranks first with 31,225 infected.

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The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) reported that until the end of Monday, July 18, in Mexico there is a record of 48 confirmed cases of monkeypox, which represents an increase of 13 cases compared to Monday of last week. , so one could speak of an increase of close to 40% in infections.

According to official information, 94% of the cases occurred in men and, of these, 60% are people living with HIV/AIDS (human immunodeficiency virus / acquired immunodeficiency syndrome). The entities affected by the presence of the virus are Baja California, Mexico City, Colima, State of Mexico, Jalisco, Nuevo León, Quintana Roo and Veracruz.

Being the Perla Tapatia and CDMX where the largest number of confirmed patients is concentrated. It should be noted that the first monkeypox patient reported in Mexico was on May 28 and, according to official information provided by Hugo López-Gatell, undersecretary for Prevention and Health Promotion, was a 50-year-old person who traveled from New York to the national capital.

For its part, the Government of Jalisco reported on Friday, July 22, that two more cases of monkeypox were detected, making a total of 13 infected in the entity. Of this total, only three are still active, because the rest have already completed their period of isolation.

Likewise, the Tabasco Ministry of Health reported that same Friday, through a statement, that its first case is a male of legal age.

According to the World Health Organization (WHO) they specify that only between 3 and 6% of patients who die are those with immunocompromised conditions such as HIV or chronic degenerative....

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Source: https://www.infobae.com/america/mexi...a-del-mono-ya- add-up-38-cases-in-mexico/

Tabasco became the tenth state to detect monkeypox; there are already 38 cases in Mexico
CDMX and Jalisco are the entities that have registered the most infections, with 22 and nine, respectively
July 23, 2022

Tabasco became the tenth state in Mexico to detect monkeypox.

The state Health Secretariat reported this Friday night through a statement that its first case is a male of legal age.

The contagion was confirmed on July 21 by the Institute of Epidemiological Diagnosis and Reference (InDRE).

The local authority did not give more details about the general data of the patient, nor if there are other cases under study; however, they affirmed that he is stable and in home shelter.

He pointed out that to follow up on this scenario, he will continue with epidemiological surveillance in all Units of the State Health System.

The most recent cases of monkeypox have been reported in Sinaloa and Quintana Roo, on the 16th and 18th, respectively, for which the authorities have already taken action in this regard. However, they are not the only states where the disease has occurred, since there are already 38 in the country.

Of those 22 are in Mexico City, nine in Jalisco, one in Veracruz, one in Colima, one in Baja California, one in Nuevo León, one in Sinaloa, one in Quintana Roo and the latter in Tabasco; At the moment there is no deceased...

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