MONROVIA, LIBERIA-The National Public Health Institute of Liberia (NPHIL) says it is investigating another Monkey Pox-like disease among inmates at the Greenville Prison facility in Sinoe County.

According to an NPHIL release, surveillance officers in the county have been informed to perform the required epidemiological preparedness and response, including assessing suspected inmates to evaluate the symptoms of the reported disease.

The release further stated that specimens will be collected and tested at the National Reference Laboratory to determine their pathogen and biomolecule characteristics.

NPHIL is also admonishing citizens of the county to remain calm and avoid contact with persons showing signs and symptoms of the disease.

By: Williametta Jabbah