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3 articles for “smallpox”
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A Community Awareness Project on Monkeypox (Mpox) and Enhanced Nursing Care for Patients: A Comprehensive Review
Abstract: Monkeypox (Mpox), a rare viral infection transmitted from animals to humans by the monkeypox virus, has attracted increasing attention due to its ability to spread between humans and its clinical similarities to other poxvirus diseases, including smallpox and chickenpox. Enhancing nursing care for monkeypox patients is imperative to manage and contain its spread effectively. On 15th October 2024, B.Sc. Nursing Interns of Holy Family College of Nursing, University of Delhi, …
Published in International Journal of Community Health Nursing And Practices · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 11–15 Read article
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A Comprehensive Review on Monkeypox Infection
Abstract: Monkeypox represents a zoonotic viral affliction instigated by the monkeypox virus, which is classified within the Poxviridae family and is distinct from the virus that causes chickenpox. Initially recognized in 1958, this infection has recently attracted international scrutiny due to its escalating incidence beyond traditional endemic territories. This review delivers an exhaustive examination of monkeypox, encompassing its epidemiology, viral morphology, modes of transmission, pathogenesis, clinical presentations, and therapeutic interventions. The …
Published in Recent Trends in Infectious Diseases · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 23–32 Read article
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Monkeypox Virus (MPXV): Epidemiology, Pathogenesis, and Control Strategies: Exploring the Recent Resurgence of Monkeypox, Its Transmission Dynamics, Clinical Manifestations, and Public Health Responses
Abstract: Monkeypox virus (MPXV) has re-emerged as a significant public health concern, with increasing cases reported worldwide. This zoonotic virus, primarily endemic to Central and West Africa, has demonstrated the potential for human-to-human transmission, leading to outbreaks in non-endemic regions. Unlike smallpox, which was eradicated through mass vaccination, monkeypox continues to persist due to the lack of widespread immunity and effective antiviral treatments. The resurgence of MPXV in recent years, particularly …
Published in International Journal of Virus Studies · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 29–34 Read article