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Stanislaus County confirms 4 cases of mpox
New York Post • • health
Key Points:
- Four cases of the potentially dangerous Clade I mpox strain have been identified in California’s Stanislaus County, with investigations ongoing to determine if the virus is spreading locally within the US.
- Three of the infected individuals reported no recent international travel, suggesting possible community transmission of Clade I mpox, historically linked to travel outside the US.
- Health officials emphasize that the overall risk to the general public remains low, recommending awareness of symptoms, vaccination for at-risk groups, and seeking medical care if needed.
- Mpox spreads primarily through close skin-to-skin contact and exposure to infected bodily fluids or contaminated items, but it does not easily transmit through casual everyday interactions.
- Authorities are urging at-risk residents to receive the two-dose JYNNEOS vaccine and advising anyone with suspicious sores or rashes to seek testing and avoid close contact until cleared by healthcare providers.
