Monkeypox Virus

Texas: Toddler in Harris County Believed to Be the First Pediatric Case of Monkeypox in Lone Star State

Texas is keeping a wary eye on the potential spread of the monkeypox virus, as a toddler from Harris County was believed to have contracted the disease.

Monkeypox in Florida Reaches Santa Rosa County, Confirmed Cases in State Now Exceeds 1800

WHO: Monkeypox to Be Renamed After Ongoing Concern From Scientists, Experts | Here's Why

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

The World Health Organization (WHO) is renaming "monkeypox" in an effort to curb stigmatization concerns from critics worldwide.

Florida Monkeypox Cases Rising But Ron DeSantis Says He Will Not Declare a State of Emergency

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

Monkeypox cases continue to rise in Florida, but Governor Ron DeSantis said he will not declare a public health emergency in his state.

Monkeypox Vaccine for Children: Here's What Every Concerned Parent Should Know

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

With monkeypox spreading across the country, parents are worried about the virus affecting their children. Here's what every concerned parent should know.

California: Gov. Gavin Newsom Declares State of Emergency on Monkeypox Virus | Hispanics Among the Most Affected on State?

California: Gov. Gavin Newsom Declares State of Emergency on Monkeypox Virus | Hispanics Among the Most Affected in the State?

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

Newsom follows the lead of Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker and New York Governor Kathy Hotchu, who both placed their respective states in a state of emergency because of the virus.

Can Monkeypox Virus Spread Through Clothes, Linens? Kentucky Doctor Explains How

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

The Monkeypox virus can be transmitted through clothes and fabrics, Kentucky immunologist Dr. Messoudi confirms.

California Considers Declaring Monkeypox State of Emergency Amid Rising Cases

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

It looks like California is gearing towards declaring a state of emergency amid the rising cases of monkeypox virus in the area.

San Francisco: State of Emergency Declared Amid Rising Monkeypox Cases, Poor Vaccine Rollout

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

The City of San Francisco in California has declared the State of Emergency amid rising Monkeypox cases all over the country.

CDC Releases Bizarre Tips on How to Have Sex With People Infected With Monkeypox

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released a new guideline on what sexually active people should do if they have monkeypox.

WHO to Rename Monkeypox Virus After Scientists Complain About the 'Stigmatizing' Disease Name

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

WHO will rename the monkeypox virus after scientists claimed that the current identification of the disease is "stigmatizing."

Argentina Becomes First Country in Latin America to Confirm Monkeypox Cases | Here's What to Know

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

Argentina reported two men who tested positive for the monkeypox virus, becoming the first country in Latin America to report the presence of the disease.