First Non-Travel Case of Monkeypox Hits California
Monkeypox, also known as mpox, can spread easily between people in close contact or face-to-face, according to experts.
A resident of Long Beach has reportedly tested positive for the virus, which was first discovered in Denmark in the 1950s.
How Does the Virus Spread?
The World Health Organization (WHO) states that the virus can present with various symptoms, including rashes and fevers.
While the virus is typically non-fatal, some people are susceptible to severe infections, which can result in death.
- Rashes
- Fevers
- Skin infections
- Other symptoms similar to chickenpox and measles
Other viruses can mimic the appearance of monkeypox, making treatment trickier.
Author's summary: Monkeypox spreads through close contact.