India has heightened vigilance as the WHO declared monkeypox a public health emergency. Measures include sensitizing health units at entry points and preparing testing labs. The virulent Clade 1b strain, with a higher death rate, poses significant concern. Effective containment strategies and public health initiatives are crucial to managing potential outbreaks.Mpox preparedness in India: 13 big Qs answered
India has heightened vigilance as the WHO declared monkeypox a public health emergency. Measures include sensitizing health units at entry points and preparing testing labs. The virulent Clade 1b strain, with a higher death rate, poses significant concern. Effective containment strategies and public health initiatives are crucial to managing potential outbreaks.