What we know about new Mpox strain after first case caught in UK
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Everything we know about the new Mpox strain caught in UK
- A new case of mpox, potentially the first community transmission in the UK, has been confirmed in northeast England.
- Unlike previous UK cases linked to travel or known contact, this individual has no reported travel history, suggesting domestic infection.
- Mpox, a viral disease, spreads through close contact with infected individuals or animals, causing skin rashes, lesions, fever, and other symptoms.
- While generally mild, mpox can be severe for some, and health officials advise contacting NHS 111 for suspected cases.
- Though the overall risk remains low, authorities emphasise vigilance and preventative measures, especially given the potential for community spread.