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08/06/2022
All Suspected Monkeypox Cases To Be Reported To The PHA
All suspected cases of monkeypox must be reported to the Public Health Agency, according to NI's chief medical officer.
Monkeypox was deemed a notifiable disease from Monday, 07 June, by the Department of Health.
Professor Sir Michael McBride said: "The Public Health Agency has been working closely with Trusts and GPs to raise awareness of the disease and this move formalises that arrangement."
Monkeypox was deemed a notifiable disease from Monday, 07 June, by the Department of Health.
Professor Sir Michael McBride said: "The Public Health Agency has been working closely with Trusts and GPs to raise awareness of the disease and this move formalises that arrangement."
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