The World Health Organisation has identified around 80 cases of monkeypox worldwide and around 50 other suspected infections. A leading doctor told Sky News that the UK is facing a "significant increase" over the next week. Monkeypox, which is linked to the now-eradicated smallpox virus, is endemic in parts of central and west Africa. UK... Continue reading
Monkeypox virus belongs to the genus Orthopoxvirus withinside the own circle of relatives Poxviridae. The genus Orthopoxvirus also includes smallpox virus (which causes smallpox), vaccinia virus (used in the smallpox vaccine) and bovine pox virus. Monkeypox is a rare disease caused by infection with the monkeypox virus. But while the transmissions have caused concern among... Continue reading
