DAVAO CITY, May 24 (PIA) – The Department of Health (DOH) XI thru Dr. Rachel Pasion briefed the Regional Vaccination Operation Center XI about the recent public health advisory on Monkeypox. She said even if there is still no case monitored of Monkeypox in the country or at its borders, the DOH issued minimum public health standards to prevent Monkeypox transmission. These are by wearing best-fitted mask, ensuring good airflow, keeping hands clean, and keeping physical distance. These minimum public health standards are similar to the standards set to prevent the transmission of the COVID19 virus. Monkeypox is a viral disease coming from animals, that occurs primarily in tropical rainforest areas of Central and West Africa and is occasionally exported to other regions. Symptoms include fever, rash, and swollen lymph nodes, which may lead to a range of medical complications. Its transmission to humans is through close contact with an infected person or animal (such as wounds, body fluid