Source: Fox News
Summary
A case of clade I mpox, a more virulent version of the virus that causes monkeypox, has been confirmed in the US, specifically in Connecticut. The patient had recently traveled to Western Europe, where health officials are monitoring infectious disease activity. The World Health Organization (WHO) has also reported new hantavirus cases in Spain and France. While health officials say the mpox case does not pose a risk to the general public, they encourage those at risk to receive the JYNNEOS vaccine.
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This guidance has been heard before.
The mpox virus has been a concern for health officials, with clade I being a more severe form of the virus. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the WHO have been monitoring the situation, and distinguishing between clade I and clade II helps guide risk assessments. The JYNNEOS vaccine is available for those at risk, and health officials encourage people to get vaccinated, especially with summer travel and gatherings approaching.
It’s another reminder that infectious diseases can spread quickly, and health officials must stay vigilant.
Author: Evan Null
