Tag

Alaskapox Virus

All articles tagged with #alaskapox virus

health1 year ago•2 min saved

"Unraveling the Mystery of Alaskapox: Understanding the First Fatal Case"

The recent death of a man in Alaska has drawn attention to the Alaskapox virus, a rare and mild illness caused by an orthopoxvirus. Discovered in 2015, the virus has infected seven people in the state over the past nine years, with the latest case resulting in the first known death. Health officials advise covering any lesions caused by the virus with a bandage and recommend keeping a safe distance from wildlife, as the virus is believed to spread through contact with infected animals.

via VOA Learning English|

#alaska #alaskapox-virus #health

health1 year ago•1 min saved

"Alaskapox Claims First Victim on Kenai Peninsula"

An elderly man on the Kenai Peninsula died from Alaskapox virus, a type of orthopoxvirus first discovered in 2015 near Fairbanks. The man, who had a history of immunosuppression, experienced a worsening lesion in his armpit, leading to hospitalization and ultimately death. The source of the infection remains unclear, but scratches from a stray cat are being investigated. This marks the first fatal case of Alaskapox outside the Fairbanks area, prompting health officials to raise awareness and expand testing efforts for the virus.

via NewsNation Now|

#alaska #alaskapox-virus #elderly-man

health1 year ago•3 min saved

"First Alaskapox Virus Fatality Reported on Kenai Peninsula"

A man from the Kenai Peninsula in Alaska, who was immunocompromised due to cancer treatment, has become the first person to die from the Alaskapox virus (AKPV). AKPV, related to other orthopox viruses, primarily infects animals and has only resulted in six confirmed cases in the state. The virus is believed to be transmitted through direct contact with infected animals, and caution is advised when handling small mammals. Healthcare providers are urged to familiarize themselves with AKPV symptoms, and the public is advised to avoid handling sick or dead animals and to report any suspected cases to the Department of Health.

via Alaska Public Media News|

#alaskapox-virus #health #kenai-peninsula