States told to ensure screening, testing of all suspect monkeypox cases at points of entry

Amid a rise in monkeypox cases globally, the Centre on Thursday asked states to ensure screening and testing of all suspect cases at points of entry and in the community as part of India’s preparedness against the disease.

It also asked the states and Union Territories to identify hospitals and ensure adequate human resources and logistic support to manage any suspect or confirmed monkeypox case.

In a letter, Union Health Secretary…