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New monkeypox cases confirmed in Ireland with popular holiday destinations having highest cases

Six cases of monkeypox have now been confirmed in Ireland. The Health Protection Surveillance Centre (HPSC) confirmed that it has now been notified of six confirmed cases of monkeypox in Ireland. "This was not unexpected following the presence of ...

02 Jun 2022 at 18:05

Local News

Monkeypox cases drop globally by significant amount

The number of monkeypox cases reported globally dropped by 21% in the last week, reversing a month-long trend of rising infections, according to the World Health Organisation (WHO). The UN health agency reported 5,907 new weekly cases and said ...

25 Aug 2022 at 13:21

National News

Two more monkeypox cases confirmed in Ireland

A total of four monkeypox cases have been confirmed by the Health Protection Surveillance Centre (HSPC). The HPSC has now been notified of four confirmed cases of the disease in Ireland. The first case in Ireland was confirmed on Friday, 27 ...

01 Jun 2022 at 17:51

Monkeypox ‘inevitable’ in Republic of Ireland, says Leo Varadkar

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Monkeypox ‘inevitable’ in Republic of Ireland, says deputy PM

The Tanaiste has said it is “inevitable” that monkeypox will be detected in the Republic of Ireland. Leo Varadkar was speaking after health officials in Northern Ireland confirmed on Thursday that a case of monkeypox has been identified in ...

26 May 2022 at 17:47

National News

First monkeypox case recorded in Northern Ireland

The first case of monkeypox have now been identified in Northern Ireland, and also one in Wales. Health officials in Wales confirmed their first case on Thursday, while the PA news agency understands a case has also now been recorded in ...

26 May 2022 at 12:57

National News

Smallpox vaccine approved for use against monkeypox virus

A smallpox vaccine has been approved for use against monkeypox by the European Commission. The news was confirmed by Danish company Bavarian Nordic. It comes just days after the World Health Organization (WHO) declared monkeypox a ...

25 Jul 2022 at 16:49

Northern Ireland

27 cases of monkeypox detected in Northern Ireland

Twenty-seven cases of monkeypox have been detected in Northern Ireland. The Public Health Agency (PHA) said it is continuing to urge people to be vigilant about the infection, and urged anyone offered the smallpox vaccine to take ...

18 Aug 2022 at 16:48

National News

'Always better to be prepared' - Irish Monkeypox team formed

A management team has been set up in Ireland for the anticipation and "eventuality" of Monkeypox arriving in Ireland. Public Health Specialist and Interim Director of the Health Protection Surveillance Centre, Dr Derval Igoe, ...

23 May 2022 at 12:01

National News

Monkeypox vaccine to be extended to high risk groups

A plan to extend the use of the smallpox vaccine for individuals at high risk of monkeypox infection in Ireland has been announced. The Minister for Health, Stephen Donnelly confirmed the move following recommendations made ...

26 Jul 2022 at 18:04

National News

Number of monkeypox cases in Ireland reaches 70

There have been "in and around 70 cases" of monkeypox in Ireland so far according to Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly. Speaking on his way into Cabinet this morning, Minister Donnelly confirmed the number and said ...

27 Jul 2022 at 12:31

National News

HSE confirms second case of monkeypox in Ireland

A second case of monkeypox has been confirmed in Ireland by the HSE. In a statement, the HSE said that the Health Protection Surveillance Centre (HSPC) was notified of a second case of monkeypox in the country. “This ...

31 May 2022 at 11:53

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