The second positive case of monkeypox in Kerala was found in Kannur district on Monday, 18 July, the State Health Ministry said.
"The 31-year-old man from Kannur is currently undergoing treatment at Pariyaram Medical College. The patient's health condition is reported to be satisfactory. Those in close contact with him have been put under surveillance," news agency ANI quoted Kerala Health Minister Veena George as saying.
The patient had arrived at the Mangalore Airport from Dubai on 13 July, and subsequently admitted to the hospital after he exhibited symptoms of the disease.