Hong Kong reports imported monkeypox case, man had high-risk contact abroad
Hong Kong's Centre for Health Protection is investigating an imported monkeypox case involving a 34-year-old man who developed symptoms last week and is now in stable condition in hospital. The patient reported high-risk sexual contact with other men during the incubation period while outside Hong K
Hong Kong's Centre for Health Protection (CHP) said on 13 November it is investigating an imported case of monkeypox involving a 34-year-old man. The patient developed a fever, fatigue and a rash on his arm last week, with the rash later spreading to other parts of his body. He sought treatment at Queen Elizabeth Hospital's accident and emergency department on Wednesday and was admitted for isolation treatment. His condition is now stable.
The CHP said clinical samples tested by its Public Health Laboratory Services branch confirmed the patient was positive for the monkeypox virus. According to information provided by the patient, he had high-risk sexual contact with other men during the incubation period while outside Hong Kong. The CHP is continuing its epidemiological investigation into the case and will report it to the World Health Organization.
The CHP advised members of high-risk target groups to receive the monkeypox vaccine. It also urged the public to remain vigilant and avoid close physical contact with people suspected of being infected with monkeypox.
