Istanbul Resident's Monkeypox Suspicions Disproved
An individual of foreign nationality who was placed under observation in Istanbul due to suspicion of monkeypox tested negative for the disease. It was determined that the rashes on the patient's body were caused by medication usage. The test results for monkeypox suspicion in Istanbul's Beyoglu district came back negative.
Health Team Takes Samples for Testing
In Beyoglu, doubts arose about the possibility of monkeypox in a foreign national's body.
RASHES CAUSED BY MEDICATION
The health team visited the individual and took samples from the rashes on the body for testing.
Negative Test Results
The results came back negative.
"MONKEYPOX RULED OUT"
The statement was released by the Istanbul Provincial Health Directorate.
Social Media Rumors Addressed
The directorate stated, "Reports have been circulating on social media that a foreign national in Istanbul's Beyoglu district was carrying the monkeypox disease.
Proper Health Procedures Followed
The individual was transferred to the hospital for necessary tests and medical examinations in accordance with health protocols.
Strong Healthcare Infrastructure
It was concluded that the individual did not have monkeypox disease following the required examinations, tests, and investigations.
Public Cautioned Against Unverified Information
The statement emphasized the importance of not trusting unsubstantiated news circulating on social media and reassured the public of our robust healthcare infrastructure capable of tracking and controlling infectious diseases.
