CDC warns about potential 'resurgence' of mpox, formerly known as monkeypox, ahead of summer gatherings.
This undated image obtained from the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases shows a colorized transmission electron micrograph of monkeypox particles found within an infected cell , cultured in the laboratory.The Centers for Disease Control and Preventionacross the country Monday about the potential risk of new mpox, formerly known as monkeypox, cases, warning that summer gatherings could lead to a "resurgence.
"While the transmission of monkeypox has reached its lowest levels since its emergence last year, the upcoming summer months, characterized by larger gatherings, present an increased risk of local outbreaks," John Brownstein, PhD, chief innovation officer at Boston Children's Hospital and an ABC News Contributor, said."The most important message is that mpox has not gone away," Dr.
This undated image obtained from the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases shows a colorized transmission electron micrograph of monkeypox particles found within an infected cell , cultured in the laboratory.A spokesperson for the Chicago Department of Public Health tells ABC News they are in close contact with the people who tested positive and are working with other health departments and the CDC in an ongoing investigation.
None of the Chicago mpox patients have been hospitalized, but nine cases were among men who had been fully vaccinated.
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