Hong Kong, a bustling international metropolis, has recently had a frightening incident. On April 4, the Hong Kong Centre for Health Protection announced that the first human case of monkey herpesvirus (monkey B virus) in Hong Kong was reported by a 37-year-old healthy man. This incident quickly attracted the attention and heated discussions of the general public and netizens.
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It is reported that the patient was rushed to the hospital on March 21 with fever and delirium. After a series of tests, the patient's cerebrospinal fluid sample was confirmed positive for monkey B virus on 3 April. After preliminary investigation, the patient visited Kam Shan Country Park in late February, during which he unfortunately came into contact with wild monkeys and was attacked and injured.
The incident shocked and worried many netizens. Some netizens said: "Will it be useful to get a rabies vaccine after being bitten by a monkey?" Regarding this question, experts said that monkey herpes virus is different from rabies virus, so rabies vaccine cannot prevent monkey herpes virus infection. However, netizens have reminded that in the face of wild animals, we should try to keep a distance and avoid unnecessary contact and conflict.
This incident has also triggered everyone's thinking about wildlife protection and human safety. There is an opinion that while we should respect and protect wildlife, we should also ensure the safety of humans. When coming into contact with wild animals, we should take the necessary safety measures to avoid being attacked and infected.
Currently, the epidemiological investigation into the incident is ongoing. The Hong Kong Centre for Health Protection said it would closely monitor the patient's condition and take appropriate prevention and control measures to prevent further spread of the virus. At the same time, the general public is also reminded to avoid contact and feeding wild monkeys as much as possible to reduce the risk of contracting the virus.
All in all, this first human case of monkey herpesvirus infection in Hong Kong is a wake-up call. When dealing with wild animals, we should be vigilant and respectful to ensure our own safety. At the same time, it is also hoped that the relevant departments can strengthen supervision and prevention and control work to protect the health and safety of the public.