(MENAFN- AzerNews) Ten cases of monkeypox have been diagnosed in the UK since May
10, according to the country's Health Security Agency on Thursday,
Azernews reports, citing Anadolu Agency.
The agency is urging people to remain vigilant regarding
monkeypox as the summer months approach. In a statement, it
highlighted a rise in cases in London over the past four weeks.
With the addition of the latest cases, the total number of
monkeypox cases has risen to 20 since the beginning of this
year.
"It is clear from these latest statistics that mpox (monkeypox)
has not gone away. While mpox infection is mild for many, it can
cause severe symptoms for some so it's important people remain
alert to the risks," said Katy Sinka, head of Sexually Transmitted
Infections at the health agency.
Recalling that the vaccination program is coming to an end, she
called on those who are eligible to be vaccinated.
The health agency data "has shown that one dose of the vaccine
offers 78% protection against the virus from 14 days after
receiving it; the second dose aims to provide longer term
protection," added Sinka.
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