Mpox cases are far outpacing last year's numbers, CDC reports
Health officials are encouraging people at risk of mpox to seek vaccination, as cases are on the rise.
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Health officials are encouraging people at risk of mpox to seek vaccination, as cases are on the rise.
On Monday the CDC raised the alert threat to two on the ongoing global monkeypox epidemic that has involved at least 36 countries and over 1,100 people. However, after advocating for masks for travelers, the CDC quickly dropped these from their recommendations. Emerging evidence is indicating that airborne transmission is a viable route of spread.
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Two previously suspected cases in Broward County are confirmed and a third case, a Broward resident who was tested in the United Kingdom, also is now confirmed. They are not related.
The global outbreak of monkeypox cases has left health experts puzzled.