Evidence suggests a virulent strain of the monkeypox virus has developed the ability to spread via sexual contact, sparking fears of another global outbreak similar to the 2022 event.
The clade I strain, historically limited to small outbreaks, has caused a large number of infections within a conflict-ridden region in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, with a concerning percentage in sex workers.
Despite past warnings and outbreaks, the DRC is facing challenges with this new development, exacerbating the risk of the virus spreading beyond the current affected area.
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