Monday 9 May 2022

Monkeypox case confirmed in England

Monkeypox case confirmed in England The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) can confirm an individual has been diagnosed with monkeypox in England.

The patient has a recent travel history from Nigeria, which is where they are believed to have contracted the infection, before travelling to the UK.

Monkeypox is a rare viral infection that does not spread easily between people. It is usually a mild self-limiting illness and most people recover within a few weeks. However, severe illness can occur in some individuals.

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