Monkeypox can be caused by eating meat? Five myths about the virus BUSTED amid global outbreak!

At least 19 countries have confirmed cases of monkeypox so far. And with people on the edge, myths are flying fast and unabated.

After the world struggled with the Covid-19 pandemic for nearly three years, the sudden spread of another viral disease - Monkeypox - is causing concern worldwide. At least 19 countries have confirmed cases of monkeypox so far. And with people on the edge, myths are flying fast and unabated. But experts say that people should not pay heed to rumours. So here are some myths about monkeypox that are being debunked.

Myth 1: Monkeypox is transmitted only through monkeys

The name is monkeypox but that doesn't mean the virus spreads only via monkeys or if one is in close contact with monkeys. Monkeypox is transmitted to humans through close contact with an infected person or animal, or with material contaminated with the virus. And it can be ANY animal. 

Myth 2: Eating meat can cause monkeypox

Simply eating meat will not cause monkeypox, say experts! Social media has been flooded with posts about people getting monkeypox because they ate meat, a theory that again experts have debunked. Consumption of infected animals can lead to the virus to spread but eating healthy, well-cooked meat is not an issue.