Chaitnya Prasad Meher

Department of Pharmacology, Centurion University of Technology and Management, Odisha, India

Publications

• Research Article   
  Human Monkeypox: A Potential Public Health Hazard
  Author(s): Amit Prasad Rath* and Chaitnya Prasad Meher
  
  Human Monkeypox (MPX) is a zoonose variola virus, causing widespread infection in humans since the 1980 eradication of smallpox. Unvaccinated individuals are vulnerable to Monkeypox Virus (MPXV) infection. The virus's increased effectiveness in human to human spread, biological threat warnings, and increased scavenger populations make it a potential public health hazard due to its widespread prevalence and potential for scavenger populations. Its widespread prevalence, coupled with the ability to exploit scavenger populations, complicates containment efforts. MPXV presents symptoms similar to smallpox, such as fever, rash, and swollen lymph nodes, but with a lower mortality rate. Despite this, outbreaks can lead to significant morbidity, healthcare burden, and economic disruption. Recent outbreaks in various regions underscore the need for vigilant surveillance and prompt response.. Read More»