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        <h2>Disaster Damage and Impact Assessment</h2>
        <p>The Monkey Pox outbreak has had a significant impact on public health in CAR:</p><ul><li>17 reported cases</li><li>3 deaths</li><li>Immediate risk to 164,000 people (indirectly) and 64,000 people (directly) in multiple sub-prefectures</li><li>Ongoing disease surveillance and case management efforts</li></ul>
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        <h2>How to Self-Rescue and Seek Help</h2>
        1. Avoid direct contact with those infected and wear protective clothing if caring for them. 2. Regularly wash hands with soap and water, especially after tending to the sick. 3. Seek medical attention immediately if symptoms like rashes, fever, or swollen lymph nodes appear. 4. Inform authorities of any suspected cases to enable prompt action and containment.
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        <h2>Emergency Kit Preparation Tips</h2>
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            Below is a rough emergency preparation guide. Using Planbowl, you can <a href="https://www.planbowl.com">customize
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        1. Include disposable gloves and masks in your emergency kit to reduce contact risk. 2. Stock up on soap and disinfectants for regular handwashing and sanitation. 3. Ensure that you have a reliable means of communication to access real-time updates from health authorities.
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A Monkey Pox outbreak has been declared in the Central African Republic. With 17 reported cases and 3 deaths, significant efforts are underway to control the spread.

Monkey Pox Outbreak in Central African Republic - Dec 2015

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In December 2015, a Monkey Pox outbreak was identified in the Central African Republic (CAR), specifically affecting the Mbomou Province. The outbreak was detected when two children were admitted to a health center with unidentified rashes. Laboratory tests confirmed the presence of Monkey Pox, leading the Minister of Health to declare an outbreak on 29 December 2015. Efforts led by WHO, UNICEF, MSF, and local health authorities have been initiated to control the outbreak through disease surveillance, contact tracing, and community communication activities.

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