First monkeypox case reported in Multan
The risk of monkeypox has intensified in Punjab after four cases were earlier confirmed in Lahore
MULTAN (Dunya News) - A case of monkeypox has been confirmed in Multan, officials said on Wednesday.
According to a spokesperson for Nishtar Hospital, a suspected patient undergoing treatment at the hospital was tested for monkeypox, and the results later came back positive.
The patient belongs to Khanewal district of Punjab.
The spokesperson added that the patient has been shifted to the isolation ward, where treatment is currently underway.
The risk of monkeypox has intensified in Punjab after four cases were confirmed in Lahore, raising concerns among health authorities.
According to the Health Department, the spread of the virus continues, with fresh patients identified in Lahore.
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CEO of Mayo Hospital, Professor Haroon Hamid, said all four cases have been officially confirmed and the patients are currently receiving treatment.
He identified the patients as 30-year-old Sultana Aram and 25-year-old Hamza, who tested positive for monkeypox.
Lab results also confirmed the virus in 33-year-old Nauman and 18-year-old Unas.
Hospital officials said all patients are being provided full medical care at Mayo Hospital.
Professor Hamid added that their condition is stable and they are out of danger.
Health authorities have urged the public to stay alert, follow safety guidelines and report any symptoms without delay.
