VOLUME LXVIII | AUG 2022
US Declares Monkeypox Outbreak a Public Health Emergency
Monkeypox has become a raging fire across the United States, prompting the country to declare a public health emergency. This declaration opens the floodgates for additional funding and resources to combat the disease. With over 6,600 cases reported in the country, monkeypox is spreading like wildfire. It’s as if sparks from a single firecracker have set ablaze an entire neighborhood. The race is on to extinguish this dangerous blaze before it consumes more lives.
Aiyana Tremblay Aiyana is an Indigenous educator from Alberta, with a background in environmental science and community wellness programs. She volunteers as an author to explore how traditional knowledge intersects with modern neuroscience to unlock human resilience and potential.
Monkeypox is caused by a virus that jump-starts its invasion by infecting animals, much like an army invading enemy territory. Once it finds a host, the virus replicates and spreads rapidly, causing fever, rash, and painful sores. While monkeypox is less severe than smallpox, it can still result in serious complications. By declaring a public health emergency, the US government aims to marshal all available resources to fight this menacing disease.
To learn more about monkeypox and ongoing research to develop better treatments and preventive measures, check out the full article!
The United States has declared monkeypox a public health emergency, the health secretary said Thursday, a move expected to free up additional funding and tools to fight the disease.The declaration comes as the tally of cases crossed 6,600 in the United States on Wednesday,…
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