Monkeypox outbreak
Why is mpox an emergency again, and how worried should I be? - explainer
The WHO declares mpox a global health emergency as a new, more contagious strain spreads. Here's what you need to know.
Deadly new strain of monkeypox in Africa virus raises concerns of spread
Monkeypox virus mutating, posing new threats to public health – study
Man diagnosed with monkeypox, months after last case in Israel
First comprehensive study on monkeypox vaccine efficacy conducted in Israel
Researchers in Israel tested the effectiveness of giving a single dose of the vaccine to prevent cases of symptomatic monkeypox infection.
Those who received first monkeypox vaccine now eligible for 2nd dose
People who have developed a fever and a blistering rash or have been in close contact with a person who is suspected of having monkeypox should contact their personal physician and get tested.
How can monkeypox affect your brain? New study explains
In addition to a blistering rash and flu-like symptoms, the monkeypox virus could wreak havoc on your brain, new research reveals.
Monkeypox: We cannot be complacent on LGBTQ+ health - opinion
The monkeypox outbreak has shown the LGBTQ+ community has specific needs, just like any community, and the next Israeli government must recognize and prioritize the challenges we face.
Monkeypox emergency could last months, with window closing to stop spread, experts say
Action stemming from that declaration needs to be urgent, including increased vaccination, testing, isolation for those infected and contact tracing, global health experts said.
Monkeypox might be a new kind of STD, Israeli doctors say
After WHO declared a global health emergency, health officials recommend that at-risk populations use condoms during sexual activity.
Israel ups monkeypox vaccine shipment to 5K after WHO declaration
The original agreed-upon shipment of 2,000 vaccines was more than doubled on Horowitz's request • 105 Israeli men test positive for monkeypox as of Saturday
Monkeypox: Israel to acquire 2,000 vaccines - Health Ministry
So far, in Israel, there are 90 registered monkeypox cases, none requiring hospitalization.
Monkeypox can contaminate surfaces, unclear if contagious - study
While scientists were able to identify monkeypox viral contamination on surfaces. However, they were unable to determine if one could actually contract the disease from these surfaces.
CDC Monkeypox guidelines: Have sex with clothes on, masturbate six feet apart
The new CDC guidelines are meant to inform people on how to manage the risk of contracting Monkeypox at social gatherings or during sexual encounters.
WHO may rename monkeypox - here's why
Its guidelines recommend avoiding animal names or geographic regions. The novel coronavirus and its variants were renamed for this reason.