The patient, a 33-year-old male with no recent travel history, exhibited symptoms including fever and a distinctive rash.

Health Secretary Teodoro Herbosa assured the public that the situation is under control and that the DOH is prioritizing swift testing and home isolation for suspected cases. All previous mpox cases in the country have recovered.

Mpox is transmitted through close contact, contaminated materials, and potentially infected animals. Symptoms typically include a rash, fever, headache, muscle aches, and swollen lymph nodes.

The DOH urges the public to practice good hygiene, including frequent handwashing, to prevent the spread of the disease. (ILKHA)