First confirmed US Monkeypox case and a vaccination to help
YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY-TV/CNN) -The U.S. has its first confirmed case of Monkeypox and at least half a dozen presumptive ones.
Health experts say you don't need to panic but you should be aware of what's happening.
Monkeypox is showing up in the U.S. and other countries.
It causes lesions like these rashes, swollen lymph nodes, and fevers.
Experts say doctors need to know if a patient has those symptoms.
The U.S. is releasing monkeypox vaccine from its stockpile and getting it to people at high risk of infection.
The Who says smallpox vaccination also helps protect against it.
Health officials say, “don't worry about this becoming the next pandemic.”
Monkeypox spreads through very close contact, not through the air.
