Two health volunteers test positive for mpox after inmate’s death

Two health volunteers test positive for mpox after inmate’s death

Disease control and correctional officials are moving to contain an mpox cluster at Thonburi Remand Prison after confirming infections in two close contacts of a recently deceased inmate.

Two Prison Volunteers Contract Mpox After Inmate's Death

Thailand’s Department of Disease Control reports that two prison public health volunteers at Thon Buri Prison have tested positive for mpox following the death of an inmate from the disease. Both volunteers exhibit mild symptoms, and authorities assert that the outbreak is under control. Get today's headlines by email The inmate, aged 44, passed away on February 11 and had multiple health conditions including HIV, which exacerbated his illness. …