First Non-Travel Case of Monkeypox Hits California — How Does the Virus Spread?
Experts say monkeypox can spread easily between people who are in close contact or face-to-face.
A Long Beach resident has reportedly tested positive for the virus. Monkeypox, also known as mpox, was discovered in Denmark in the 1950s and has been on the radar of health experts for decades.
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the virus can present with various symptoms, including everything from rashes to fevers.
While the virus is typically non-fatal, some people are susceptible to severe infections, which can result in death. The symptoms of monkeypox can be mimicked by other viruses, such as chickenpox, measles, and certain types of skin infections, making treatment more complex.
Author's summary: Monkeypox spreads through close contact.