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The number of confirmed monkeypox cases in Canada has increased to five
On Friday, Canadian health officials confirmed three more cases of monkeypox, bringing the total number of cases in the country to five, and said several more samples are being examined, assuring the public that the viral disease is not yet a serious threat.
Santé Quebec, the province’s health department, was notified Friday evening that three samples had tested positive for monkeypox.
At the National Microbiology Laboratory in Winnipeg, Manitoba, nearly two dozen more samples are being tested.
“So far, we do know not many of these individuals are connected to travel to Africa, where the disease is normally seen,” Canada’s chief public health officer, Dr Theresa Tam, told reporters during a briefing. This is extraordinary. This many cases reported in different countries outside of Africa is unusual for the world.”
However, the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) stated that the risk of disease spreading in Canada is “low.”
PHAC said in a statement released on Thursday, when the first two cases were discovered, that the disease had never been found in Canada before.
Monkeypox is a rare viral infection that is similar to human smallpox but is milder and is found mostly in West and Central Africa. It is spread by “close contact with an infected individual, such as through direct contact with their body fluids, respiratory droplets, or monkeypox sores, or by sharing clothing, bedding, or common items that have been contaminated with the infected person’s fluids or sores,” according to the CDC. In all registered infections, the case-fatality ratio has fluctuated but has remained between 0 and 10%.
Fever, headache, muscle aches, exhaustion, and swollen lymph nodes are common signs and symptoms of monkeypox, as is a rash that appears a few days after symptoms like fever appear.
Tam also stated that Canada is considering deploying its smallpox vaccine, which has been shown to be effective against monkeypox.
Physical separation, hygiene measures, and wearing masks were all used to combat the Covid-19 pandemic, according to PHAC, and could help people “lower their risk” of contracting monkeypox.
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Delhi Weather and AQI Today: Warm start at 22.05 °C, check weather forecast for October 22, 2024
Check the weather forecast and air quality updates for Delhi on October 22, 2024 here.
The temperature in Delhi today, on October 22, 2024, is 32.93 °C. The day’s forecast indicates a minimum and maximum temperature of 22.05 °C and 35.04 °C, respectively. The relative humidity is 26% and the wind speed is 26 km/h. The sun rose at 06:26 AM and will set at 05:44 PM.
Tomorrow, on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, Delhi is predicted to experience a minimum and maximum temperature of 27.42 °C and 34.91 °C, respectively. Tomorrow humidity levels will be at 20%.
With temperatures ranging between 22.05 °C and 35.04 °C, prepare for a hot day and plan outdoor activities accordingly. If you are sensitive to heat, take note of the weather forecast and consider appropriate attire and activities suitable for the prevailing weather.
The AQI in Delhi today stands at 334.0, falling in the very poor category. Everyone should be cautious. Children and people with respiratory diseases, such as asthma, should stay indoors and others should also limit their outdoor activities. Usage of masks and air purifying devices is advised. Being aware of the AQI helps one make informed decisions regarding one’s overall well-being while planning the day’s activities.
Weather and AQI predictions in Delhi for next 7 days:
Date Temperature Sky October 23, 2024 32.93 °C Sky is clear October 24, 2024 32.69 °C Sky is clear October 25, 2024 32.5 °C Sky is clear October 26, 2024 32.07 °C Sky is clear October 27, 2024 30.69 °C Sky is clear October 28, 2024 31.29 °C Sky is clear October 29, 2024 32.09 °C Sky is clear
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