Osun confirms 2 cases of Monkeypox in Ilesa West

Osun confirms 2 cases of Monkeypox in Ilesa West

The Osun State Government has confirmed two cases of monkeypox in the Ilesa West Local Government Area.

According to the state’s Commissioner for Health, Mr. Jola Akinola, the affected individuals, both male, are aged five and 25. They are currently receiving treatment at the State Hospital in Ilesa West.

In a statement issued by the Ministry of Health’s Information Officer, Segilola Babalola, Akinola urged residents not to panic, reassuring them that the situation is under control.

The commissioner emphasized the government’s proactive approach, noting that the state had successfully managed previous health challenges, including COVID-19 and a potential cholera outbreak.

“We have activated the Monkeypox Emergency Operations Centre (EOC), and our team is fully prepared to tackle this challenge,” Akinola said. “We will hold strategic meetings every Monday to discuss and implement measures to prevent the spread of the virus.”

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The Special Adviser to the State Governor on Public Health, Dr. Akindele Adekunle, praised the efforts of the state’s partners and affirmed the governor’s commitment to maintaining a proactive stance on public health issues.

Further details on the situation were provided by the State Epidemiologist, Dr. Omolola Adeagbo, who revealed that from the beginning of the year up to Week 34, 47 suspected cases were recorded across 13 Local Government Areas. Out of these, two cases were confirmed, both from Ilesa West.

To prevent further spread, the state has deployed a Rapid Response Team to the affected areas. The team is engaged in advocacy, community sensitization, and active case search efforts, both within the community and in healthcare facilities.

The Osun State Government remains vigilant and committed to safeguarding the health of its residents, assuring the public that all necessary measures are being taken to contain the outbreak.

Osun confirms 2 cases of Monkeypox in Ilesa West