First U.S. case of mpox variant reported in San Mateo County
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from Los Angeles Times3 months ago
The first confirmed U.S. case of the more severe Clade I mpox variant has emerged in a traveler from East Africa, though local spread remains low.
Los Angeles Timeshttps://www.latimes.com/california/story/2024-11-16/first-u-s-case-of-mpox-variant-reported-in-san-mateo-county
While Clade I mpox caused a higher mortality rate in past outbreaks, recent cases suggest a lower death rate of around 1% with adequate medical care.
Los Angeles Timeshttps://www.latimes.com/california/story/2024-11-16/first-u-s-case-of-mpox-variant-reported-in-san-mateo-county
Mpox was previously declared a worldwide public health emergency due to the rapid spread of Clade II, but recent evidence indicates that Clade I may cause milder illness.
Los Angeles Timeshttps://www.latimes.com/california/story/2024-11-16/first-u-s-case-of-mpox-variant-reported-in-san-mateo-county
Public health officials are notifying close contacts of the isolated Clade I patient; however, spreading in California or the U.S. is currently not evidenced.
Los Angeles Timeshttps://www.latimes.com/california/story/2024-11-16/first-u-s-case-of-mpox-variant-reported-in-san-mateo-county
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