Argentina Quarantines Ship in Parana River's Grains Hub Over Suspected Mpox Case, Activates Emergency Protocol

Aug 20, 2024, 09:45 PM

A cargo ship in Argentina's Parana River near the grains hub of Rosario has been quarantined due to a suspected case of mpox, according to local media reports. The ship, which is Liberian-flagged and used for carrying agricultural products, traveled from Europe to Brazil before arriving in Argentina. A crew member of Indian nationality is suspected of having mpox, prompting Argentine authorities to activate emergency protocols. The Argentine Health Ministry has responded to the situation, as global public health authorities remain vigilant for a potential new, faster-spreading variant of the virus.