The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health announced on Monday that there was a 'concerning increase' of mpox, or monkeypox, cases that have been reported in the last two weeks. Officials say that 10 new cases have been reported, which is a troubling jump from the countywide average of less than two cases per week in recent months.
In order to help reduce the risk of getting and spreading mpox, officials say that individuals should try and limit the number of sexual partners they have and not have sex or intimate contact with others that have new or unexplained rash or sores until they see a healthcare provider. They say that condoms, gloves and hand washing can help prevent the spread of the disease. They warned against sharing towels, clothing, bedding, sex toys, fetish gear and toothbrushes.
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