Suspected Mpox Case Detected in Sao Paulo Airport's Refugee Area

Brazilian health authorities investigate potential mpox case among migrants awaiting entry at Guarulhos International Airport.

A passenger showing mpox symptoms was identified in the airport's migration area and sent to a hospital.
The World Health Organization recently declared mpox a global public health emergency due to a new variant.
Brazil has reported over 700 mpox cases this year, though none are linked to the new variant.
Authorities implemented health checks and disinfection measures for other passengers in the restricted area.
Brazil plans to tighten entry rules to manage the influx of migrants using the country as a transit point to North America.