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Monkeypox, is a rare disease caused by infection with Monkeypox virus. The first case of monkeypox in the United States was diagnosed in a traveler who returned to Massachusetts from Canada on May 17, 2022. Since then, 65 cases have been identified in 18 states and territories; the case count continues to rise daily.
Last updated: May 24, 2023Monkeypox
An outbreak of mpox (formerly monkeypox) has been reported in the Chicago area, prompting the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to issue a warning. From April 17 to May 5, 2023, a total of 12 confirmed and one probable cases of mpox were reported to... See More the Chicago Department of Public Health. Nine (69%) of 13 cases were among men who had received 2 JYNNEOS vaccine doses. None of the patients have been hospitalized. The median age of those infected was 34 years (range 24–46 years). 4 of the men had recently traveled to New York City, New Orleans, and Mexico.
According to the CDC, while vaccine-induced immunity is not complete, vaccination continues to be one of the most important prevention measures against the spread of the disease. The CDC is also warning of a potential resurgence of the virus this summer as people gather for festivals and other events.
As of May 10, a total of 30,395 cases have been reported in the United States. This outbreak had a peak of about 460 cases per day in August 2022, and gradually declined, likely because of a combination of temporary changes in sexual behavior, vaccination, and infection-induced immunity. However, CDC continues to receive reports of new cases and clusters in the United States and internationally.
Spring and summer seasons in 2023 could lead to a resurgence of Mpox as people gather for festivals and other events. The purpose of the Health Alert Network (HAN) Health Update is to inform clinicians and public health agencies about the potential for new clusters or outbreaks of Mpox cases and to provide resources on clinical evaluation, treatment, vaccination, and testing.
In case you experienced Mpox symptoms, report it now. It can help to detect & resolve outbreaks early and prevent others from being harmed, and it enables better surveillance. If symptoms persist, seek medical care.
Source: emergency.cdc.gov/han/2023/han00490.asp See Less
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Monkeypox, Montana, USA
1 year ago
The DPHHS and Flathead City-County Health Department today confirmed a single presumptive case of monkeypox virus infection in a Flathead County adult. Initial testing was completed August 5, 2022, at the Montana State Public Health Laboratory and confirmatory testing will occur next with the Centers for Disease... See More Control and Prevention (CDC).
DPHHS is working closely with local public health and the patient’s health care provider to identify individuals who may have been in contact with the patient while they were infectious. The local public health jurisdiction is performing contact tracing and will communicate with individuals identified as a close contact. The patient did not require hospitalization and is isolating at home.
Anyone with a rash that looks like monkeypox should talk to their healthcare provider, even if they don’t think they had contact with someone who has monkeypox.
A person who is sick with monkeypox should isolate at home. If they have an active rash or other symptoms, they should be in a separate room or area from other family members and pets, when possible.
Source: dphhs.mt.gov/News/2022/August/DPHHSAnnouncesFirstConfirmedCaseofMonkeypoxinMontana See Less
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Monkeypox, North Dakota, USA
1 year ago
The North Dakota Department of Health (NDDoH) is reporting its first case of monkeypox in an individual in eastern North Dakota. The individual likely acquired monkeypox while traveling out-of-state. Preliminary testing performed at the NDDoH Laboratory Services Section confirmed the person to be infected with orthopoxvirus.
The... See More individual who tested positive is currently isolating. The NDDoH is conducting contact tracing to identify anyone who may be at risk due to close contact with the patient while infectious. People identified as close contacts are being asked to watch for symptoms of illness and will be offered post-exposure monkeypox vaccination.
Source: www.health.nd.gov/news/north-dakota-department-health-identifies-monkeypox-case See Less
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Monkeypox in Louisiana, Louisiana, USA
1 year ago
The Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) is reporting the first detected case of monkeypox infection in a Louisiana resident. This individual is from LDH Region 1 (Orleans, Plaquemines, Jefferson, St. Bernard). In addition, an out-of-state resident visiting Louisiana also tested positive for monkeypox.
There are likely more... See More undiagnosed human cases of monkeypox existing in Louisiana than have been formally tested and identified to date.
People can take basic steps to prevent the spread of monkeypox. Anyone with concerns that they have been exposed or infected should refrain from intimate or close personal contact and seek medical attention. Standard household cleaners and detergents are effective at cleaning environmental surfaces and linens.
If your test is positive, stay isolated until your rash has healed, all scabs have fallen off, and a fresh layer of intact skin has formed.
Source: ldh.la.gov/news/monkeypox
Published: 2022-07-07 See Less
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Monkeypox, Dane County, Wisconsin, USA
1 year ago
Health officials in Wisconsin say the state now has its first confirmed case of monkeypox, as a resident in Dane County is in isolation.
U.S. health officials on Tuesday expanded the pool of people advised to get vaccinated to include those who may realize on their own... See More that they could get infected.
Source: apnews.com/fc25c28ec87fd34711ead82e82f0f074
Published: 2022-07-03 See Less
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Monkeypox, Indiana, USA
1 year ago
State health officials announced Saturday they had identified the first probable case of monkeypox in Indiana in 2022. The case was identified through initial testing at the Indiana Department of Health laboratories
Source: www.wrtv.com/news/local-news/first-probable-case-of-monkeypox-reported-in-indiana-health-dept-says
Published: 2022-06-19 See Less
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Monkeypox, Atlanta, GA, USA
1 year ago
The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) confirmed a third case of monkeypox in the state Friday. An Atlanta man who recently traveled to Chicago for a convention has been diagnosed with the disease.
Source: twitter.com/romenewstribune/status/1538525026345013249
Published: 2022-06-19 See Less
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Monkeypox, Houston, TX, USA
1 year ago
Both the city of Houston and Harris County are confirming their first cases of monkeypox. The Houston Health Department announced on Saturday a confirmed monkeypox infection in a Houston resident with recent international travel.
Source: abc13.com/monkeypox-houston-first-case-what-is/11974540/
Published: 2022-06-19 See Less
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Monkeypox, Massachusetts, USA
1 year ago
State health officials have confirmed yet another monkeypox case, the sixth infection reported during the last week as the outbreak grows.
Source: twitter.com/bostonherald/status/1537888483318018048
Published: 2022-06-17 See Less
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Monkeypox, Orange County, FL, USA
1 year ago
Monkeypox in Florida continues to spread: Health officials confirm first case in central Florida - Orange County.
Source: twitter.com/DrCSWilliam/status/1537880499225387012
Published: 2022-06-17 See Less
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