LISTEN: Worried about Monkeypox? We asked Prof Tulio to weigh in
Updated | By Darren, Keri and Sky
With Monkeypox being discovered in South Africa, we decided to speak to a professional!
Monkeypox is caused by infection with the monkeypox virus, a member of the genus Orthopoxvirus in the family Poxviridae.
In South Africa alone, we've seen two cases already. The Health Department has called for vigilance and the practise of good hygiene.
Read More: Five Things You Need To Know As You Wake Up: Second monkeypox case in SA
So we decided to speak to a professional about it.
He is a virus hunter, virologist, and bioinformatician,. Important to mention that he is also President Cyril Ramaphosa's personal advisor and a good friend of the Breakfast show.
Read more: Prof Tulio makes Time 100 Most Influential People list!
He is also listed among Time Magazine’s Top 100 influential people of 2022.
We decided to call Prof. Tulio De Oliveira to address the fears and concerns surrounding Monkeypox.
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