Monkeypox Outbreak: What You Need to Know
Monkeypox is a viral disease that can cause fever, headache, muscle aches, and a rash. The rash often begins on the face and then spreads to other parts of the body. The World Health Organization has declared the monkeypox outbreak a global health emergency.
Symptoms
The most common symptoms of monkeypox are:
- Fever
- Headache
- Muscle aches
- Backache
- Swollen lymph nodes
- Rash
Transmission
Monkeypox can be transmitted through contact with the rash, respiratory droplets, or contaminated objects. It can also be transmitted from animals to humans.
Prevention
The best way to prevent monkeypox is to avoid contact with the rash, respiratory droplets, or contaminated objects. You can also protect yourself by getting vaccinated against monkeypox.
Treatment
There is no specific treatment for monkeypox, but most people recover on their own. However, some people may need to be hospitalized for supportive care.
Latest News
The following is a list of the latest news about the monkeypox outbreak:
- [WHO declares monkeypox a global health emergency](https://www.who.int/news/item/23-07-2022-who-director-general-declares-the-outbreak-of-monkeypox-a-public-health-emergency-of-international-concern)
- [US CDC issues travel advisory for monkeypox](https://www.cdc.gov/travel/notices/advisory/monkeypox)
- [UKHSA reports increase in monkeypox cases](https://www.gov.uk/government/news/uk-health-security-agency-updates-guidance-on-monkeypox)