Bacolod records 1st case of mpox

Bacolod records 1st case of mpox
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BACOLOD City Mayor Alfredo Abelardo Benitez confirmed the first case of mpox (monkeypox) in the city.

Benitez said the City Health Office (CHO) reported one laboratory-confirmed case of mpox on Sunday, June 15.

He added that the patient is in stable condition, under proper monitoring, and currently in isolation while receiving appropriate medical care.

"We have done contact tracing also to contain the spread of the said disease," he added.

The mayor noted that the City Health Office (CHO) is closely coordinating with the Department of Health (DOH), Corazon Locsin Montelibano Memorial Regional Hospital (CLMMRH), and all concerned agencies to ensure swift and effective response measures.

"I want to assure everyone that the city government has long prepared for situations like this. Mpox is a manageable disease, and with proper health protocols, we can prevent further spread," Benitez said.

The mayor also called on all Bacolodnons to cooperate by following hygiene and safety protocols, such as frequent handwashing, avoiding close contact with individuals who have flu-like symptoms or unexplained skin rashes, and staying informed through official sources like the DOH and the Bacolod City Public Information Office.

"Let us be guided by facts, not fear. We urge everyone to avoid spreading unverified information that may cause undue alarm," Benitez said.

The mayor assured that the city is taking all necessary measures to protect the health and safety of Bacolodnons.

"We have overcome challenges before, and with unity and vigilance, we will do so again," Benitez said. (MAP)

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