Thailand confirms Asia's first known case of new mpox strainThailand has identified Asia's first case of the deadly and transmissible Clade 1b mpox strain, prompting testing for travelers from 42 risk countries.
First case of more spreadable mpox detected in UKThe UK has detected its first mpox case linked to Clade 1b, showing its potential for easier human transmission.
Mpox not the new COVID, says WHOMpox outbreak can be effectively controlled; it is not comparable to COVID-19, according to the WHO.Existing public health strategies can manage mpox transmission.
Health agencies scramble to prepare for new mpox strainHealth agencies are preparing for a new strain of mpox with fewer resources compared to previous outbreaks.
Why is mpox being transmitted mainly between children?The transmission patterns of mpox have shifted, with children now accounting for 70% of cases, highlighting environmental changes over virus changes.
Two new cases of more spreadable mpox found in UKA new strain of mpox, Clade 1b, shows potential for rapid household transmission, but current risk to the UK population is low.
Thailand confirms Asia's first known case of new mpox strainThailand has identified Asia's first case of the deadly and transmissible Clade 1b mpox strain, prompting testing for travelers from 42 risk countries.
First case of more spreadable mpox detected in UKThe UK has detected its first mpox case linked to Clade 1b, showing its potential for easier human transmission.
Mpox not the new COVID, says WHOMpox outbreak can be effectively controlled; it is not comparable to COVID-19, according to the WHO.Existing public health strategies can manage mpox transmission.
Health agencies scramble to prepare for new mpox strainHealth agencies are preparing for a new strain of mpox with fewer resources compared to previous outbreaks.
Why is mpox being transmitted mainly between children?The transmission patterns of mpox have shifted, with children now accounting for 70% of cases, highlighting environmental changes over virus changes.
Two new cases of more spreadable mpox found in UKA new strain of mpox, Clade 1b, shows potential for rapid household transmission, but current risk to the UK population is low.
Mpox clade 1b outbreak in Central Africa is 'high risk' DW 08/08/2024A new deadlier and more contagious clade 1b of mpox is causing concern in Africa with mortality rates of up to 10%.