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New Texas Law Requires Fingerprint and DNA Kits
to be Distributed to Students K-6
By Arielle Vizcarra
to be Distributed to Students K-6
By Arielle Vizcarra
Last year, Texas officials signed a bill that require Texas school districts and open-enrollment charter schools to distribute ink-less, in-home fingerprint and DNA identification kits (SB 2158). The act came into effect on September 1, 2021, along with the establishment of the Child Identification Program (SB 2158, sec.33.0531). The act states that any parent or legal guardian who requests a kit can send it to federal, state, tribal, or local law enforcement to aid in finding a missing or trafficked child. The DNA cards are kept by only parents and legal guardians. The distribution of the fingerprint and DNA kits has been confirmed by the Student Services Coordinator for Ysleta Independent School District, Mr. Carrillo.
The Texas Senate collaborated with the Texas Education Agency (TEA) and the National Child Identification Program to ensure the new law stays in place. Funding is available, making the usual $10 kits free. However, if funding were to become unavailable, TEA is authorized, but not required, to find other funding.
According to an article published by CNN, emails from the Chief of School, Denise Watts, went out to principals in the Houston Independent School District. The email let everyone know that the ink-less fingerprint and DNA kits will begin to be distributed starting the week of October 17, 2022. An article by the Dallas ISD news hub has also confirmed the distribution of 92,400 kits from TEA.
The new law has raised some confusion nationwide. Many citizens think the act was signed considering the Uvalde Shooting that occurred back in May. Donna Campbell, the sponsor of the act stated, “The Child I.D. Kits for Safe Recovery Act was passed back in 2021 to provide aid in the reunification of missing and trafficked children.” Despite the controversy, the new law is one step in the right direction towards a safer and brighter future for Texas students.
The Texas Senate collaborated with the Texas Education Agency (TEA) and the National Child Identification Program to ensure the new law stays in place. Funding is available, making the usual $10 kits free. However, if funding were to become unavailable, TEA is authorized, but not required, to find other funding.
According to an article published by CNN, emails from the Chief of School, Denise Watts, went out to principals in the Houston Independent School District. The email let everyone know that the ink-less fingerprint and DNA kits will begin to be distributed starting the week of October 17, 2022. An article by the Dallas ISD news hub has also confirmed the distribution of 92,400 kits from TEA.
The new law has raised some confusion nationwide. Many citizens think the act was signed considering the Uvalde Shooting that occurred back in May. Donna Campbell, the sponsor of the act stated, “The Child I.D. Kits for Safe Recovery Act was passed back in 2021 to provide aid in the reunification of missing and trafficked children.” Despite the controversy, the new law is one step in the right direction towards a safer and brighter future for Texas students.
El Paso’s Rising Crime Rate
By Arielle Vizcarra
By Arielle Vizcarra
For years El Paso has been recognized as one of the nation's safest cities. However, rising crimes such as auto thefts and homicides are causing the city's crime rate to rise.
According to an article by KKTV, the El Paso County Coroner, Dr. Leon Kelly, confirmed 2022 as the most deadliest record-breaking year the city has seen in more than a decade. In 2021, gun related homicides were 52, making up 85 percent of all homicides.
In 2022, gun related homicides did go down due to other homicide methods rising. Methods such as stabbings rose, causing gun related homicides to make up 62 percent of overall homicides.
The rising crime rate is also due to the influx of migrants crossing into the city. They have been linked to significant and violent crimes such as auto theft, drug dealings and trafficking and gun threats.
According to the El Paso Police Department, a migrant was arrested for attempting to deal cocaine. Another man and woman were also arrested for driving on the wrong side of the road in a stolen vehicle. Stolen vehicles are often used by criminals to remain undetected by law enforcement to commit serious crimes like robbery or drug dealing.
The auto theft rate has risen due to a range of factors such as the rise of vehicle prices and the reopening of the city after the COVID-19 pandemic. Vehicles like the Chevrolet Silverado, the Ford F-150, and the Dodge Ram 1500 are the top 3 stolen vehicles in El Paso this year. Smaller cars like Nissan, Honda and Hyundais are also vulnerable to getting stolen.
El Paso is also seeing a trend of stolen catalytic converters. These converters are important because they reduce harmful emissions produced by the vehicle. They sit under the vehicle, connected to the exhaust system. These converters contain metals that are sought by junkyards and buyers on the internet.
Law enforcement has increased their presence in attempt to decrease violent crime caused by both El Pasoans and migrants.
According to an article by KKTV, the El Paso County Coroner, Dr. Leon Kelly, confirmed 2022 as the most deadliest record-breaking year the city has seen in more than a decade. In 2021, gun related homicides were 52, making up 85 percent of all homicides.
In 2022, gun related homicides did go down due to other homicide methods rising. Methods such as stabbings rose, causing gun related homicides to make up 62 percent of overall homicides.
The rising crime rate is also due to the influx of migrants crossing into the city. They have been linked to significant and violent crimes such as auto theft, drug dealings and trafficking and gun threats.
According to the El Paso Police Department, a migrant was arrested for attempting to deal cocaine. Another man and woman were also arrested for driving on the wrong side of the road in a stolen vehicle. Stolen vehicles are often used by criminals to remain undetected by law enforcement to commit serious crimes like robbery or drug dealing.
The auto theft rate has risen due to a range of factors such as the rise of vehicle prices and the reopening of the city after the COVID-19 pandemic. Vehicles like the Chevrolet Silverado, the Ford F-150, and the Dodge Ram 1500 are the top 3 stolen vehicles in El Paso this year. Smaller cars like Nissan, Honda and Hyundais are also vulnerable to getting stolen.
El Paso is also seeing a trend of stolen catalytic converters. These converters are important because they reduce harmful emissions produced by the vehicle. They sit under the vehicle, connected to the exhaust system. These converters contain metals that are sought by junkyards and buyers on the internet.
Law enforcement has increased their presence in attempt to decrease violent crime caused by both El Pasoans and migrants.
The Midterms and their Implications for America
By Jacob Beckett
By Jacob Beckett
Every two years, a national election is held that determines powers between our lawmakers that exists outside of the presidency itself. This year, the 2022 midterm elections were one of the most transformative events in the world of modern American politics, with many significant developments taking place on the national stage. The midterm election was considered the ultimate test to quantify President Biden’s performance thus far since he had been successful in winning the presidency in 2022.
Despite particular expectations, one of the biggest stories of the election was the way in which the expected red wave, which many predicted would sweep through the country and give Republicans control of both the House and the Senate, was ultimately put to a grand halt. One of the key factors in the Democrats' ability to hold off the red wave was the strength of their candidates. In many cases, Democrats were able to field strong, well-funded candidates who were able to connect with voters and articulate a compelling vision for the future of the country and issues that mattered, whereas Republicans waged war against cultural issues of the age.
This was particularly true in the Senate races, where Democrats were able to hold on to many of their incumbent seats and even pick up a few key victories, allowing further control of the Senate.
The results of the midterm elections have significant implications for the political future of the United States. For Democrats, the fact that they were able to hold on to control of the Senate, adding an additional Senator, and hold up a strong front in the House is a major victory, and it gives them a strong platform from which to push forward with their agenda. In the coming years, Democrats will be able to use their stronghold to advance various legislation ideals and support the President's agenda.
The midterm elections also had reflected the current political climate in the United States. The results of the election were seen as a referendum on the Trump legacy, and many viewed the Democrats' strong showing as a rejection of the former president and his policies. This could put significant pressure on the Republican Party, leading to further political gridlock and conflict as the party scrambles to find itself an identity and GOP figure to stand behind.
Additionally, the midterm elections set the stage for several runoff elections that have taken place just this month. In states like Georgia, Democrats and Republicans are locked in tight races for key seats, and the outcome of these elections will have major implications for the balance of power in the Senate. In El Paso, Texas, runoff elections have gone underway locally with many city council races still having to be determined.
Overall, the midterm election results of the election have set the stage for an unpredictable political cycle as ideas of the 2024 Presidential Election rapidly approach and the balance of power is determined.
Despite particular expectations, one of the biggest stories of the election was the way in which the expected red wave, which many predicted would sweep through the country and give Republicans control of both the House and the Senate, was ultimately put to a grand halt. One of the key factors in the Democrats' ability to hold off the red wave was the strength of their candidates. In many cases, Democrats were able to field strong, well-funded candidates who were able to connect with voters and articulate a compelling vision for the future of the country and issues that mattered, whereas Republicans waged war against cultural issues of the age.
This was particularly true in the Senate races, where Democrats were able to hold on to many of their incumbent seats and even pick up a few key victories, allowing further control of the Senate.
The results of the midterm elections have significant implications for the political future of the United States. For Democrats, the fact that they were able to hold on to control of the Senate, adding an additional Senator, and hold up a strong front in the House is a major victory, and it gives them a strong platform from which to push forward with their agenda. In the coming years, Democrats will be able to use their stronghold to advance various legislation ideals and support the President's agenda.
The midterm elections also had reflected the current political climate in the United States. The results of the election were seen as a referendum on the Trump legacy, and many viewed the Democrats' strong showing as a rejection of the former president and his policies. This could put significant pressure on the Republican Party, leading to further political gridlock and conflict as the party scrambles to find itself an identity and GOP figure to stand behind.
Additionally, the midterm elections set the stage for several runoff elections that have taken place just this month. In states like Georgia, Democrats and Republicans are locked in tight races for key seats, and the outcome of these elections will have major implications for the balance of power in the Senate. In El Paso, Texas, runoff elections have gone underway locally with many city council races still having to be determined.
Overall, the midterm election results of the election have set the stage for an unpredictable political cycle as ideas of the 2024 Presidential Election rapidly approach and the balance of power is determined.
The Busing of Migrants in the Borderland Explained
By Jacob Beckett
By Jacob Beckett
In recent months, El Paso has been at the forefront of headlines and news cycles as it attempts to manage issues of mass-migration. Earlier this year, Border Patrol had begun the mass release of Venezuelan migrants into the borderland region after they had been processed. With such high-number of encounters with migrants, local shelters had become overwhelmed and were not able to keep up and sustain temporary housing and care for those released. Proceeding this, the City of El Paso declared an emergency ordinance that would help alleviate such struggle by providing resources to nongovernmental entities such as these shelters and the chartering of buses.
The ordinance issued has been the focus of attention recently and comes as an alternative act due to the city’s concern over proclaiming a disaster declaration, a move that would summon the governor to send the National Guard to secure the border. Mayor Oscar Leeser has stated that such a course of action in declaring such is, “not welcome in our community”, despite backlash from three City Council representatives. By making a disaster declaration, El Paso would be granted state funding while also being forced to enroll into Operation Lone Star, a program established by the governor that has had history in controversy having been investigated by federal courts for civil rights abuses against migrants, a point Leeser makes in opposition to enacting such.
With only the emergency ordinance being in place, the City of El Paso has laid the responsibility of sheltering and transporting migrants on its own, with average rates of 1,300 Venezuelan migrants crossing the border per day. The City has attempted coordination efforts with sanctuary cities such as New York, where buses of released migrants have been transporting them. Criticisms have been made toward such, with passengers on the buses describing the harsh-conditions while making the trip, with some expressing regret. Local leaders who oversee the move, such as County Commissioner, David Stout, have expressed concern over the bussing efforts, drawing similarities of the ordinance to state-wide policy, stating that the City “might as well be working with Greg Abbott”.
The El Paso busing efforts act separately from the efforts made by Republican state officials in Texas who have continued to transport migrants in protest to the Biden administration. Migrant busing by the City of El Paso has since been suspended after the Biden-administration re-enacted Title 42, a policy previously issued under the Trump-administration that denied migrants entry into the country in the midst of the pandemic. The re-establishment of the law has left Venezuelan migrants stuck in Mexico without allowing them to request asylum, with the program only allowing admission to 24,000 people with U.S. sponsors. Mayor Leeser revealed that he had been in direct communication with the Biden administration through this time to help put an end to the acceptance and busing of migrants due to the overflow felt by the City.
Despite differing actions taken from the local and federal level, the humanitarian crisis faced at the border will continue to persist and carry out its effects, especially in the coming winter months where the health and safety of these migrants is in threat.
The ordinance issued has been the focus of attention recently and comes as an alternative act due to the city’s concern over proclaiming a disaster declaration, a move that would summon the governor to send the National Guard to secure the border. Mayor Oscar Leeser has stated that such a course of action in declaring such is, “not welcome in our community”, despite backlash from three City Council representatives. By making a disaster declaration, El Paso would be granted state funding while also being forced to enroll into Operation Lone Star, a program established by the governor that has had history in controversy having been investigated by federal courts for civil rights abuses against migrants, a point Leeser makes in opposition to enacting such.
With only the emergency ordinance being in place, the City of El Paso has laid the responsibility of sheltering and transporting migrants on its own, with average rates of 1,300 Venezuelan migrants crossing the border per day. The City has attempted coordination efforts with sanctuary cities such as New York, where buses of released migrants have been transporting them. Criticisms have been made toward such, with passengers on the buses describing the harsh-conditions while making the trip, with some expressing regret. Local leaders who oversee the move, such as County Commissioner, David Stout, have expressed concern over the bussing efforts, drawing similarities of the ordinance to state-wide policy, stating that the City “might as well be working with Greg Abbott”.
The El Paso busing efforts act separately from the efforts made by Republican state officials in Texas who have continued to transport migrants in protest to the Biden administration. Migrant busing by the City of El Paso has since been suspended after the Biden-administration re-enacted Title 42, a policy previously issued under the Trump-administration that denied migrants entry into the country in the midst of the pandemic. The re-establishment of the law has left Venezuelan migrants stuck in Mexico without allowing them to request asylum, with the program only allowing admission to 24,000 people with U.S. sponsors. Mayor Leeser revealed that he had been in direct communication with the Biden administration through this time to help put an end to the acceptance and busing of migrants due to the overflow felt by the City.
Despite differing actions taken from the local and federal level, the humanitarian crisis faced at the border will continue to persist and carry out its effects, especially in the coming winter months where the health and safety of these migrants is in threat.
Troopers Vote in Midterm Elections
By Carmella Castruccio
By Carmella Castruccio
The midterm elections have finally arrived, and many seniors are getting to participate in the future of politics in their state for the first time. While many eager students still have a long way to go, those who can are more than willing to input their voices regarding what is being done about their way of life. Meanwhile, many students who aren’t of age yet but are excited to get the chance to vote are expressing what they hope is to be accomplished in the future.
“Yes I’m definitely going to vote. I feel good, like I can finally make a change and somewhat impact on the country’s decision,” said senior, Adam Tarango. “I hope to see changes in the Texas government on the stance of abortions.” Another senior stated “Yes, I’m going to vote. I finally have the chance to practice my rights and I’m excited. Things I want to see come out of this election is more freedom,” said senior, Chris M.
Although students have yet to reach the age of 18, they are still excited for the day they’ll be able to walk into the voting booth. “I’m not 18 yet, but once I am I’m definitely going to vote. I feel honored to finally exercise my right to vote. Politics and elections have always intrigued me and I’m excited to be a part of the decision in 2024,” said junior, Sebastian Perez-Navarro. “The change I’m hoping to see is gun laws. We’ve gotten to the point where tragedies are just a normal thing that happen and that reality is extremely sad.”
The midterm elections mean that students are finally able to participate in the big resolutions for this country, and many can’t wait until they get the chance to. Deciding the potential fate of the future in politics in their state is a right many have waited to exercise, and now they are getting the chance, at least until the next election.
“Yes I’m definitely going to vote. I feel good, like I can finally make a change and somewhat impact on the country’s decision,” said senior, Adam Tarango. “I hope to see changes in the Texas government on the stance of abortions.” Another senior stated “Yes, I’m going to vote. I finally have the chance to practice my rights and I’m excited. Things I want to see come out of this election is more freedom,” said senior, Chris M.
Although students have yet to reach the age of 18, they are still excited for the day they’ll be able to walk into the voting booth. “I’m not 18 yet, but once I am I’m definitely going to vote. I feel honored to finally exercise my right to vote. Politics and elections have always intrigued me and I’m excited to be a part of the decision in 2024,” said junior, Sebastian Perez-Navarro. “The change I’m hoping to see is gun laws. We’ve gotten to the point where tragedies are just a normal thing that happen and that reality is extremely sad.”
The midterm elections mean that students are finally able to participate in the big resolutions for this country, and many can’t wait until they get the chance to. Deciding the potential fate of the future in politics in their state is a right many have waited to exercise, and now they are getting the chance, at least until the next election.
El Paso Weather Gets Unusually Colder this Season
By Dylan Hardin-Espinoza
By Dylan Hardin-Espinoza
In our small yet populated city of El paso, an unusual presence of cold weather has now entered the atmosphere. The chilling winds and the piercing rain that has been coming and going brings new weather and climate that has been rarely experienced by many citizens living in the Borderland.
Compared to several past years, the cold temperature drops have seeped its way into many of the early months of the year. Lots of students find the weather very different from last year. “It’s been getting pretty cold so I’ve started to bring my jacket,” says freshman, Lucinda Hardin-Espinoza.
It’s not unusual for El Paso to have frequent sudden changes in temperature and weather like this. These changes have been occurring much more frequently these past years. The temperature change is due to the phenomenon known as global warming which affects not only El Paso, but the entire globe .
Unfortunately, all the rapidly changing weather conditions have completely worsened. El Paso is very known for its harsh winds during the season of autumn, meaning the wind has become even more dangerous to the plethora of citizens living here. This also makes the hot humidity of El Paso even hotter closer to the end of the week, yet still returning to its staggering cold mornings around Monday morning.
With the weather getting colder students should be wearing hoodies or sweatshirts to keep them warm and safe from harsh winds. As we enter winter, adding coats and jackets over clothes is essential.
Weather and temperature will always change, it is something we can’t control. While this is true, we can always make sure we are prepared. It can be as simple as bundling up for cold weather or loosen up for warmer weather. Either way, it’s a good idea to stay up to date with the climate so we can dress appropriately.
Compared to several past years, the cold temperature drops have seeped its way into many of the early months of the year. Lots of students find the weather very different from last year. “It’s been getting pretty cold so I’ve started to bring my jacket,” says freshman, Lucinda Hardin-Espinoza.
It’s not unusual for El Paso to have frequent sudden changes in temperature and weather like this. These changes have been occurring much more frequently these past years. The temperature change is due to the phenomenon known as global warming which affects not only El Paso, but the entire globe .
Unfortunately, all the rapidly changing weather conditions have completely worsened. El Paso is very known for its harsh winds during the season of autumn, meaning the wind has become even more dangerous to the plethora of citizens living here. This also makes the hot humidity of El Paso even hotter closer to the end of the week, yet still returning to its staggering cold mornings around Monday morning.
With the weather getting colder students should be wearing hoodies or sweatshirts to keep them warm and safe from harsh winds. As we enter winter, adding coats and jackets over clothes is essential.
Weather and temperature will always change, it is something we can’t control. While this is true, we can always make sure we are prepared. It can be as simple as bundling up for cold weather or loosen up for warmer weather. Either way, it’s a good idea to stay up to date with the climate so we can dress appropriately.
Lake Powell Shrinking
By Rose Johnson
By Rose Johnson
One of the United States second biggest reservoirs, Lake Powell, is now at its lowest level since it was filled in the 1960s. The reservoir is located on the border of southeastern Utah and northwestern Arizona.
Lake Powell's shrinking is a big issue because it is a key component of the Western U.S. water system. Residents in Las Vegas, Phoenix, Los Angeles, and San Diego rely on water from the Lake. The lake is currently filled at 26 percent of its total capacity, according to NASA. This is the lowest it has been since 1967.
Lake Powell is one of the main water sources in the Southwest. With that being said, Arizona will receive 21 percent less water from the Colorado River System, a system that Lake Powell is a part of, according to the U.S. Department of the Interior. Nevada will also receive eight percent less, and Mexico will get seven percent less.
According to the August 2022 modeling projections, it is expected that the total flow of water that goes into Lake Powell will be 62 percent. That is about the average for the year. Hydrologists also predict that Lake Powell levels could drop to about 3,522 feet by January 1, 2023, according to NASA.
The Southwest has been dealing with an intense drought for the last three years and two decades of a long-term drought.
A status report back in August for the Glen Canyon dam reported that two separate urgent drought response actions will be enacted to aid in filling up Lake Powell by a near one million acre-foot of water by August 2023.
In hopes to protect Lake Powell, more water is expected to flow into the lake from upstream reservoirs and less water will be released downstream, according to NASA.
Lake Powell's shrinking is a big issue because it is a key component of the Western U.S. water system. Residents in Las Vegas, Phoenix, Los Angeles, and San Diego rely on water from the Lake. The lake is currently filled at 26 percent of its total capacity, according to NASA. This is the lowest it has been since 1967.
Lake Powell is one of the main water sources in the Southwest. With that being said, Arizona will receive 21 percent less water from the Colorado River System, a system that Lake Powell is a part of, according to the U.S. Department of the Interior. Nevada will also receive eight percent less, and Mexico will get seven percent less.
According to the August 2022 modeling projections, it is expected that the total flow of water that goes into Lake Powell will be 62 percent. That is about the average for the year. Hydrologists also predict that Lake Powell levels could drop to about 3,522 feet by January 1, 2023, according to NASA.
The Southwest has been dealing with an intense drought for the last three years and two decades of a long-term drought.
A status report back in August for the Glen Canyon dam reported that two separate urgent drought response actions will be enacted to aid in filling up Lake Powell by a near one million acre-foot of water by August 2023.
In hopes to protect Lake Powell, more water is expected to flow into the lake from upstream reservoirs and less water will be released downstream, according to NASA.
Bank Robbery Shuts Down Pep Rally
By Arielle Vizcarra
By Arielle Vizcarra
Pep rallies are supposed to be a fun-filled time, but Eastwood’s first pep rally of the year was unfortunately cut short due to a bank robbery. On September 2, around 11:15 am, a person walked into a GECU bank and opened fire. This caused schools all over the area to go into a lockout.
That day, students had shown up at school dressed up in blue and gold for the pep rally. It was a cloudy day, perfect weather for everyone who was out in the sun. The day seemed promising as students began to fill the stadium. The student council introduced themselves and cheer began their performances. Saltaltrix had finished their phenomenal performance as well. Various team captains were speaking to the audience about their upcoming games. The student games were about to commence when the principal, Ms. Torres, walked out onto the field and announced the lockout.
Students started booing and yelling when they realized the class chant would not be happening. They took it upon themselves to pop the blue and pink smoke bombs and throw the streamers that would have been thrown during the chant. “I was super excited for today. It was supposed to be special because it was the first one of the year,” said Keila Powell, senior. “When it got called off, I was super annoyed.” Security was doing their best to get all students safely out of the stadium and back inside their classes. While exiting the stadium, Troopers did an amazing job quickly getting into their classes.
Once they were safely inside, a hush fell over the school when news spread about the robbery. “I was really looking forward to this pep rally because it is my senior year. I wish the robber could have robbed the bank at a different time,” said Jade Jacques, senior.
An unknown individual entered the GECU located at 10425 Vista Del Sol and opened fire using a handgun. Fortunately, there were no reported injuries. He acquired an undisclosed amount of money and headed towards Yarbrough, according to FBI El Paso. The FBI and EPPD officials spent the rest of the day searching for him. There was a heavy police presence, K-9 units, and helicopters all over the area. To this day, officials have yet to find the robber.
That day, students had shown up at school dressed up in blue and gold for the pep rally. It was a cloudy day, perfect weather for everyone who was out in the sun. The day seemed promising as students began to fill the stadium. The student council introduced themselves and cheer began their performances. Saltaltrix had finished their phenomenal performance as well. Various team captains were speaking to the audience about their upcoming games. The student games were about to commence when the principal, Ms. Torres, walked out onto the field and announced the lockout.
Students started booing and yelling when they realized the class chant would not be happening. They took it upon themselves to pop the blue and pink smoke bombs and throw the streamers that would have been thrown during the chant. “I was super excited for today. It was supposed to be special because it was the first one of the year,” said Keila Powell, senior. “When it got called off, I was super annoyed.” Security was doing their best to get all students safely out of the stadium and back inside their classes. While exiting the stadium, Troopers did an amazing job quickly getting into their classes.
Once they were safely inside, a hush fell over the school when news spread about the robbery. “I was really looking forward to this pep rally because it is my senior year. I wish the robber could have robbed the bank at a different time,” said Jade Jacques, senior.
An unknown individual entered the GECU located at 10425 Vista Del Sol and opened fire using a handgun. Fortunately, there were no reported injuries. He acquired an undisclosed amount of money and headed towards Yarbrough, according to FBI El Paso. The FBI and EPPD officials spent the rest of the day searching for him. There was a heavy police presence, K-9 units, and helicopters all over the area. To this day, officials have yet to find the robber.
Monkeypox in El Paso
By Mylee Mejia
By Mylee Mejia
We all remember COVID-19 and the mess it left in its wake that altered everyone’s lives back in January 2020, but now citizens are being faced with another threatening disease called monkeypox. There are a total of four confirmed cases in El Paso. A woman in her 50s and a man in his 40s were the first two cases. Globally, the CDC confirmed a total of 23,117 cases in over 53 states back in May 2022.
Monkeypox is a disease related to smallpox and cowpox that is caused by the monkeypox virus. Not only does the disease infect humans but it can also infect small rodents such as mice, rats and monkeys. Symptoms include fever, skin rashes, headaches, chills, tiredness, muscle aches and back aches. Symptoms may start five to twenty-one days after being exposed. Between one and four days of being exposed to the virus people usually begin with a fever and rash. The rash may appear on the face, hands, or feet and may eventually spread to other parts of the body. They’re different stages of the monkeypox rash; they first start off as flat spots then turn into blisters and fill with puss. The blisters eventually scab and fall off between two and four weeks.
The disease is contracted through skin-to-skin contact with either an infected animal or person. It also spreads through blankets, clothes, and objects that have been in contact with someone who has contracted the virus. Animal bites or scratches are a few examples of animal-to-person contact. You can also contract it by consuming animal meat that has been infected with monkeypox.
Ways to avoid monkeypox is by washing your hands frequently and by keeping distance from people and animals. If by chance you see someone with a rash like symptom avoid close contact with that person. Other things you can avoid are handling clothes, sheets, and blankets who have been infected by another person or animal.
Scientists have said that smallpox vaccines can prevent monkeypox because smallpox and monkeypox are caused by related viruses.
Treatments for this virus aren’t very specific but drinking liquids, taking medications, and isolating yourself in a room away from others can help treat this terrible virus.
Monkeypox is a disease related to smallpox and cowpox that is caused by the monkeypox virus. Not only does the disease infect humans but it can also infect small rodents such as mice, rats and monkeys. Symptoms include fever, skin rashes, headaches, chills, tiredness, muscle aches and back aches. Symptoms may start five to twenty-one days after being exposed. Between one and four days of being exposed to the virus people usually begin with a fever and rash. The rash may appear on the face, hands, or feet and may eventually spread to other parts of the body. They’re different stages of the monkeypox rash; they first start off as flat spots then turn into blisters and fill with puss. The blisters eventually scab and fall off between two and four weeks.
The disease is contracted through skin-to-skin contact with either an infected animal or person. It also spreads through blankets, clothes, and objects that have been in contact with someone who has contracted the virus. Animal bites or scratches are a few examples of animal-to-person contact. You can also contract it by consuming animal meat that has been infected with monkeypox.
Ways to avoid monkeypox is by washing your hands frequently and by keeping distance from people and animals. If by chance you see someone with a rash like symptom avoid close contact with that person. Other things you can avoid are handling clothes, sheets, and blankets who have been infected by another person or animal.
Scientists have said that smallpox vaccines can prevent monkeypox because smallpox and monkeypox are caused by related viruses.
Treatments for this virus aren’t very specific but drinking liquids, taking medications, and isolating yourself in a room away from others can help treat this terrible virus.