Two individuals who were suspected of having contracted Monkeypox in Governador Valadares tested negative for the disease, as confirmed by the municipal government. This announcement was made public on Friday, the 13th, by the local health department, which emphasized the importance of obtaining information through official channels to combat misinformation surrounding the outbreak. In light of the potential spread of false information, the city urged residents to be cautious and rely only on the municipality's official communication platforms.

The municipal health authorities had been monitoring the situation closely after the initial reports of suspicion shared on the 6th of this month. At that time, the two patients had been admitted to the Municipal Hospital of Governador Valadares with symptoms consistent with Monkeypox. Fortunately, after undergoing the necessary testing, both individuals were determined to not have the disease, allowing for their safe release from isolation while highlighting the need for continued vigilance.

As a preventive measure, the health department reiterated the importance of being aware of Monkeypox symptoms, which include fever, headache, muscle aches, swollen lymph nodes, and skin lesions. The city encouraged anyone experiencing these symptoms to seek advice and assistance from the nearest health unit, underlining that prevention begins with proper information dissemination and awareness among the population.