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.

  In Africa's monkeypox outbreak, sickness and death go undetected
 Miracle Kidicho, 3, who is suffering from monkeypox, sits at home in Yalokombe, Yakusu, Tshopo, Democratic Republic of Congo, October 4, 2022.

Deadly new strain of monkeypox in Africa virus raises concerns of spread

Measles virus cells concept as microscopic infectious disease inside a human body (illustration)

Monkeypox virus mutating, posing new threats to public health – study

 Mock-up vials labeled "Monkeypox vaccine" and medical syringe are seen in this illustration taken, May 25, 2022.

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.

 An electron microscopic (EM) image shows mature, oval-shaped monkeypox virus particles as well as crescents and spherical particles of immature virions, obtained from a clinical human skin sample associated with the 2003 prairie dog outbreak in this undated image obtained by Reuters on May 18, 2022

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.

 Mock-up vials labeled "Monkeypox vaccine" and medical syringe are seen in this illustration taken, May 25, 2022.

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.

Head of the Institute of Microbiology of the German Armed Forces Roman Woelfel works in his laboraty in Munich, May 20, 2022, after Germany has detected its first case of monkeypox.

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.

 HEALTH MINISTER Nitzan Horowitz arrives for a cabinet meeting at the Prime Minister’s Office, in Jerusalem.

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.

 Test tubes labeled "Monkeypox virus positive and negative" are seen in this illustration taken May 23, 2022

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.

Head of the Institute of Microbiology of the German Armed Forces Roman Woelfel works in his laboraty in Munich, May 20, 2022, after Germany has detected its first case of monkeypox.

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

 Test tubes labeled "Monkeypox virus positive and negative" are seen in this illustration taken May 23, 2022

Monkeypox: Israel to acquire 2,000 vaccines - Health Ministry

So far, in Israel, there are 90 registered monkeypox cases, none requiring hospitalization.

 Electron micrograph of monkeypox virus.

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.

 An electron microscopic (EM) image shows mature, oval-shaped monkeypox virus particles as well as crescents and spherical particles of immature virions, obtained from a clinical human skin sample associated with the 2003 prairie dog outbreak in this undated image obtained by Reuters on May 18, 2022

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. 

 : A general view of Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) headquarters in Atlanta

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.

 An electron microscopic (EM) image shows mature, oval-shaped monkeypox virus particles as well as crescents and spherical particles of immature virions, obtained from a clinical human skin sample associated with the 2003 prairie dog outbreak in this undated image obtained by Reuters on May 18, 2022