Is mpox the next COVID? Infectious disease experts address pandemic potential
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As mpox (formerly monkeypox) has been declared a global public health emergency, some may wonder whether the virus poses a risk of a COVID-like pandemic. Here's what to know.
As of Aug. 17, there were 545 reports of mpox cases since the outbreak was declared, 474 of which were confirmed, according to data from WHO. "People are not going to catch mpox by being on the same bus or running into someone at the grocery store." "While mpox can affect anyone, data has shown that men who have sex with men are disproportionately impacted." Melissa Rudy is senior health editor and a member of the lifestyle team at Fox News Digital. Story tips can be sent to melissa.rudy@fox.com.
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