#clade-1b

#clade-1b

Health agencies are preparing for a new strain of mpox with fewer resources compared to previous outbreaks. [ more ]

Thailand has identified Asia's first case of the deadly and transmissible Clade 1b mpox strain, prompting testing for travelers from 42 risk countries. [ more ]

The transmission patterns of mpox have shifted, with children now accounting for 70% of cases, highlighting environmental changes over virus changes. [ more ]

Mpox outbreak can be effectively controlled; it is not comparable to COVID-19, according to the WHO.

Existing public health strategies can manage mpox transmission. [ more ]

Sweden reports first case of dangerous mpox Clade 1b outside Africa amid WHO emergency declaration. [ more ]

Clade 1b is a deadlier and more contagious form of mpox with mortality rates as high as 10%. [ more ]