There are now 16 confirmed cases of monkeypox in Alabama, according to the CDC.
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - There are now 16 confirmed cases of monkeypox in Alabama, according to newly released data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.first two cases of the virusFirst discovered in 1958 in monkeys, health officials say the rare disease is usually found in Central and West Africa.
As of Saturday, the CDC reports more than 5,000 cases of monkeypox across the country. Only three states, Montana, Wyoming and Vermont, reported no active cases. Health officials say the virus mostly spreads through skin-to-skin contact; however, it can also transmit when touching linens used by someone with the infection. Most cases reported have been in men who have sex with men, according to the Associated Press, but health leaders warn anyone can catch the virus. The time between exposure to the disease and when the illness begins is about 7-14 days but can be as long as 21 days, according to ADPH.
Wash hands often with soap and water or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer, especially after contact with ill people who have monkeypox.
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