2022–2023 mpox outbreak in Portugal
| 2022–2023 mpox outbreak in Portugal | |
|---|---|
| Disease | Mpox |
| Virus strain | Monkeypox virus |
| Location | Portugal |
| Index case | May 2022 |
| Confirmed cases | 1,000+ (as of October 2023) |
Deaths | 0 |
| Government website | |
| Directorate-General of Health | |
The 2022–2023 mpox outbreak in Portugal is part of the global outbreak of mpox, a viral disease caused by the Monkeypox virus. The outbreak in Portugal began in May 2022, with the first cases reported in the capital city, Lisbon.
Background[edit | edit source]
Mpox is a zoonotic disease caused by the Monkeypox virus, which is a member of the Orthopoxvirus genus. The disease is endemic in parts of Central and West Africa, but the 2022 outbreak marked a significant spread to non-endemic countries, including Portugal.
Timeline[edit | edit source]
May 2022[edit | edit source]
The first cases of mpox in Portugal were identified in May 2022. Initial cases were primarily among men who have sex with men (MSM), a pattern observed in other countries during the outbreak.
June 2022[edit | edit source]
By June 2022, the number of confirmed cases had risen significantly, prompting the Directorate-General of Health (DGS) to issue public health advisories and initiate contact tracing efforts.
July 2022[edit | edit source]
In July, Portugal began receiving doses of the JYNNEOS vaccine, which is used to prevent mpox. Vaccination campaigns targeted high-risk groups, including healthcare workers and MSM.
2023[edit | edit source]
Throughout 2023, the number of new cases gradually declined, attributed to increased public awareness, vaccination efforts, and natural immunity among affected populations.
Public Health Response[edit | edit source]
The Directorate-General of Health coordinated the national response to the outbreak, which included:
- Surveillance and Reporting: Enhanced surveillance systems were implemented to monitor the spread of the virus.
- Vaccination Campaigns: Targeted vaccination campaigns were conducted to immunize high-risk populations.
- Public Awareness: Information campaigns were launched to educate the public about mpox symptoms and prevention measures.
Impact[edit | edit source]
The outbreak had a significant impact on public health resources in Portugal, necessitating the reallocation of healthcare personnel and resources to manage the outbreak. However, there were no reported deaths, and the healthcare system was able to manage the cases effectively.
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