New York City health officials are reporting a total of seven cases of monkeypox, a rare illness that has become a growing concern in the U.S. following an outbreak in Europe.late Friday that they had identified two additional cases, which still need to be confirmed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention .
Health officials said that individuals who recently traveled to Portugal, Spain, the U.K. Canada or Central and Western Africa may be more likely to have been exposed to monkeypox. They also cited men who have had sex with men as being at risk.more than 20 cases so far across 11 states. Most have involved men who have had sex with other men. The disease is endemic in West and Central Africa, but an outbreak outside those areas of more than 700 cases, beginning in May, has caused the public health community to become alarmed.
The disease is related to smallpox, but less contagious. It is rarely fatal. Treatment can include an antiviral drug developed for smallpox, but most patients recover on their own. Health officials are asking those with symptoms to isolate immediately and contact their health provider.newsletter signupBy submitting your information, you're agreeing to receive communications from New York Public Radio in accordance with our
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