- Mpox - World Health Organization (WHO)
Mpox is an infectious disease that can cause a painful rash, enlarged lymph nodes, fever, headache, muscle ache, back pain and low energy Most people fully recover, but some get very sick Mpox is caused by the monkeypox virus (MPXV)
- Mpox in the United States and Around the World: Current Situation
There are two types of the virus that causes mpox, clade I and clade II Both types spread the same way and can be prevented using the same methods There have been nearly 36,000 cases of clade I mpox in several countries in Central and Eastern Africa
- Mpox - Wikipedia
Mpox in both humans and animals is caused by infection with Orthopoxvirus monkeypox – a double-stranded DNA virus in the genus Orthopoxvirus, family Poxviridae, making it closely related to the smallpox, cowpox, and vaccinia viruses
- Mpox (monkeypox): What is it and how can it be prevented?
Mpox symptoms tend to start within 21 days after you come in contact with the virus You may have symptoms that are like the flu, including a sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, and a cough
- Mpox: Causes, Symptoms, Treatments and Preventions
Mpox, although rare, presents significant health challenges due to its potential for severe illness and transmission Understanding its causes, recognizing symptoms, and implementing appropriate treatment and prevention strategies are crucial for managing the disease effectively
- Mpox Q A - California Department of Public Health
Mpox is an illness caused by infection with the mpox virus It is related to the smallpox virus While less severe and much less contagious than smallpox, mpox can be a serious illness It can spread from infected humans, animals, and materials contaminated with the virus
- Mpox Outbreak: What to Know About the Virus - Biology Insights
Navigate the Mpox outbreak with reliable, up-to-date information Understand key aspects to make informed decisions about your health and safety
- Mpox is a public health threat and the U. S. should be prepared
Mpox—formerly known as monkeypox—is a contagious disease characterized by flu-like symptoms and a painful rash that can last for weeks Mpox has two distinct genetic clades, I and II
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