Instructions for Travelers to Countries at Risk of Monkeypox

The Embassy of the Republic of Iraq in Malaysia would like to draw the attention of the esteemed Iraqi community residing in Malaysia, Thailand, and Brunei to the instructions listed below in case you wish to travel to any of the countries at risk of monkeypox (MPOX) outbreak:

1- Before travelling to the MPOX country

• Check and find out the MPOX.

2- While travelling in the MPOX affected country

• Avoid direct skin to skin contact with symptomatic individuals.
• Wash your hands using soap and water, or hand sanitizer.

3- Upon arrival in Malaysia (weather transit or entering Malaysia)

• Monitor yourself for symptoms of MPOX for (21) days.
• Seek treatment immediately at a nearly health facility if you develop symptoms.
• Inform the healthcare provider treating you of any recent travel and potential high-risk activities of MPOX.