Health · Public Health & Disease · 5 hrs ago
Fourth monkeypox case in a month identified in Moscow region
A 50-year-old man in the Moscow region was diagnosed with monkeypox after returning from a tourist trip to Barcelona.
He developed a fever and rash, and is now receiving treatment; his condition is described as satisfactory.
This is the fourth case reported in the region in a month; a 38-year-old man was reported as the third case on November 1.
Monkeypox is a rare viral disease, and people with weakened immune systems face the greatest danger.
The infection can cause fever, swollen lymph nodes and a rash that may develop into blisters and sores.
The hospital advises good hygiene, avoiding contact with wild animals and not sharing towels, clothes or bedding; anyone with a fever or rash should contact a doctor.
A 50-year-old man is the fourth reported monkeypox case in the Moscow region in a month.
He recently returned from a tourist trip to Barcelona and developed a fever and characteristic rash after returning.
He is receiving treatment, and his condition is described as satisfactory.
Domodedovo Hospital reported the case on its Telegram channel.
- Who
- A 50-year-old man.
- What
- He was identified as the fourth monkeypox case in the Moscow region in a month.
- When
- Reported on November 5, 2026.
- Where
- The Moscow region, Russia.
- Why
- Not stated. He had recently returned from a tourist trip to Barcelona.
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The Moscow region health ministry said five people who had contact with someone suspected of having monkeypox were hospitalized.
It was reported that the five people had not tested positive for monkeypox.
Domodedovo Hospital reported a third monkeypox case, involving a 38-year-old man.
Domodedovo Hospital reported the fourth case, involving a 50-year-old man.
- Age
- 50 years
- Recent travel
- Barcelona
- Reported cases
- Fourth in the Moscow region in a month
- Condition
- Satisfactory
- Outlet report date
- November 5, 2026