The Provincial Health Office (PHO) of Agusan del Sur announced on Wednesday that the province’s first confirmed mpox (formerly monkeypox) patient is recovering well.
“The patient is now recovering from the symptoms caused by mpox,” said Dr. Annie Abordo-Dioso, PHO infectious disease specialist, during a radio program hosted by the provincial government. She noted that the Department of Health (DOH) 13 (Caraga Region) provided support for the patient’s medication.
“The medications were administered to the patient twice daily for 14 days,” Dioso added, mentioning that regular medical monitoring showed no adverse reactions to the treatment.
The first mpox case in Agusan del Sur had a travel history to Davao City and developed a pimple-like rash on his face, prompting a consultation with a doctor. He was placed in isolation while awaiting lab test results, which later confirmed the mpox diagnosis.
The PHO urged residents to remain vigilant by practicing respiratory etiquette, frequent handwashing, and disinfecting surfaces.