Monkeypox FAQs: For the second time in recent years, World Health Organization has taken the extraordinary step of declaring Monkeypox a global emergency. Answer: Monkeypox is a zoonotic disease caused by the orthopox virus and was first described in monkeys, though the reservoirs are rodents. Answer: The infection can spread by touching an infected persons rash, scabs, body fluid, sharing …
KHN — Within a few weeks, perhaps before many Americans finish decorating for the holidays, the U.S. could have access to a new antiviral pill from Merck expected to alter the deadly trajectory of the covid-19 pandemic — with a second option from Pfizer to follow shortly after. “It puts the onus on our public health strategy to make these …
Australians will be able to test themselves for COVID-19 at home from November, once the national medical regulator approves the testing measure. Key points: Rapid COVID-19 antigen tests will be available for home use from November Dozens of testing kits are already approved for use, but currently require the supervision of a health professional States and territories will decide how …
