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Monkeypox

New form of mpox reported in US for 1st time

New form of mpox reported in US for 1st time

A U.S. resident who had traveled to eastern Africa is the first confirmed U.S. case of a new form of mpox.

November 16, 2024 3:38pm EST
Monkeypox outbreak may have peaked in US, but still widespread: officials

Monkeypox outbreak may have peaked in US, but still widespread: officials

The virus has mainly spread among gay and bisexual men, though health officials continue to stress that anyone can be infected.

October 2, 2022 12:46pm EDT
CDC: Monkeypox cases increase to 104 in Michigan

CDC: Monkeypox cases increase to 104 in Michigan

The CDC recommends anyone experiencing symptoms of MPV to contact their healthcare providers for evaluation.

August 17, 2022 1:26pm EDT
WHO to rename monkeypox to avoid discrimination and stigmatization

WHO to rename monkeypox to avoid discrimination and stigmatization

WHO plans on having an open forum to rename monkeypox.

August 13, 2022 6:46pm EDT
College students have mixed reactions on monkeypox concerns as campuses prep for fall

College students have mixed reactions on monkeypox concerns as campuses prep for fall

“It definitely does concern me because everyone has this mindset that Covid is over, everyone is coming back, and it’s like all over," said Trenton Michael. "I feel like people are going to be more readily reckless.”

August 10, 2022 7:34pm EDT
Gay couple attacked, accused of having monkeypox in Northwest DC

Gay couple attacked, accused of having monkeypox in Northwest DC

A young, gay couple tells FOX 5 they were attacked in D.C.’s Shaw neighborhood simply due to their sexual orientation.

August 9, 2022 10:15pm EDT
State health officials work to contain monkeypox amid public health emergency

State health officials work to contain monkeypox amid public health emergency

"We need resources including contact tracing, therapeutics and of course, the vaccine - which is in high demand right now," she said. "We currently in the state have just over 7,600 doses of the vaccine."

August 5, 2022 9:03pm EDT
Where to get a monkeypox vaccine in Detroit

Where to get a monkeypox vaccine in Detroit

While case numbers remain low in Michigan, they've doubled in the past week. On Thursday, the U.S. declared monkeypox a public health emergency.

August 5, 2022 8:28am EDT
US declares monkeypox outbreak a public health emergency

US declares monkeypox outbreak a public health emergency

The U.S. has declared a public health emergency to bolster the federal response to the outbreak of monkeypox that already has infected more than 6,600 Americans.

August 4, 2022 4:44pm EDT
How are dormant diseases making a comeback?

How are dormant diseases making a comeback?

Two diseases that are usually dormant in the United States – monkeypox and polio – have been found in the country. How is this possible?

July 26, 2022 5:44pm EDT
Monkeypox cases should increase awareness - but not panic - say doctors

Monkeypox cases should increase awareness - but not panic - say doctors

The state health department says it is currently investigating 23 cases in Michigan.

July 25, 2022 6:47pm EDT
World Health Organization declares monkeypox a global emergency

World Health Organization declares monkeypox a global emergency

Declaring a global emergency means the monkeypox outbreak is an “extraordinary event” that could spill over into more countries and requires a coordinated global response.

July 23, 2022 10:33am EDT
Monkeypox virus could become entrenched as new STD in the US

Monkeypox virus could become entrenched as new STD in the US

So far, over 2,000 virus cases have been reported in the U.S. Symptoms include fever, body aches, chills, fatigue, and bumps on parts of the body.

July 22, 2022 10:22am EDT
Oakland County forms monkeypox task force

Oakland County forms monkeypox task force

The Oakland County monkeypox task force will create communication, education, and vaccination plans for when the county has more doses.

July 21, 2022 6:20pm EDT
Oakland County launching monkeypox taskforce

Oakland County launching monkeypox taskforce

Michigan has confirmed 19 cases of monkeypox since the outbreak of infections began.

July 21, 2022 9:00am EDT
Monkeypox cases in Michigan grow to 13, CDC says

Monkeypox cases in Michigan grow to 13, CDC says

The virus spreads through direct contact with infectious rashes and scabs, as well as bodily fluids.

July 18, 2022 7:18am EDT
2nd case of monkeypox confirmed in Detroit

2nd case of monkeypox confirmed in Detroit

Michigan is one of 34 states with known cases of the virus, which is believed to be from the same family as smallpox, but with milder symptoms.

July 8, 2022 6:18am EDT

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