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"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|

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"Understanding Alaskapox: Risks, Symptoms, and First Fatal Case"

A man died from Alaskapox in Alaska's Kenai Peninsula last month, marking the first fatality from the virus and the first known case outside the state's interior. Alaskapox is a type of orthopoxvirus that infects mammals, including humans, causing skin lesions, and has been primarily found in small animals in the Fairbanks area. There have been seven known infections in Alaska since 2015, with the recent fatality occurring in an immunocompromised elderly man from the Kenai Peninsula. Human-to-human transmission is unclear, and health officials are urging doctors to be vigilant for symptoms and report any suspected cases.

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"Fatal Case of Alaskapox: Understanding the Rare Virus Linked to Stray Cat Exposure"

An elderly man in a remote area of southcentral Alaska died from Alaskapox, a rare viral disease closely related to monkeypox and mostly carried by small mammals like red-backed voles. The virus has been identified in at least seven cases since 2015, with the recent death marking the first fatal case outside of Fairbanks. Alaskapox symptoms include fever, rash, swollen lymph nodes, and joint pain, and health experts advise avoiding contact with wild animals to prevent infection.

via USA TODAY|

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"Fatal Case of Alaskapox: What You Need to Know"

Health officials in Alaska have reported the first known death linked to Alaskapox, a virus primarily found in small mammal populations throughout the state. Since its discovery in 2015, seven infections have been reported, with the most recent case resulting in the first known fatality. The virus, belonging to the orthopoxvirus genus, is typically mild, but the recent severe case was in an elderly man with a weakened immune system due to cancer treatment. Alaskapox is thought to spread from animals to humans through contact, and symptoms include skin lesions resembling spider bites. While more research is needed, health officials emphasize that there is no evidence of human-to-human transmission and that people outside of Alaska need not be concerned.

via CNN|

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"First Fatal Case: Understanding Alaskapox, the Virus That Claimed a Man's Life in Alaska"

An elderly man in Alaska died from Alaskapox, a type of orthopoxvirus likely contracted from an infected stray cat, making it the first reported fatality from the virus. Alaskapox is similar to other orthopoxviruses like monkeypox and smallpox, but its symptoms are typically less severe. The virus is spread by small mammals in Alaska, primarily voles, and has been linked to people living in wooded areas who have cared for pets in contact with these animals. While most cases result in mild symptoms, the virus can be more serious in immunocompromised individuals. The Alaska Department of Public Health recommends covering skin lesions caused by Alaskapox and avoiding sharing bedding or linens. The virus is not considered a major public health concern outside of Alaska at this time.

via Fox News|

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"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|

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