July 25, 2022
The WHO's highest level of alert indicates the organization's belief that the now multicountry monkeypox outbreak requires a coordinated international response.
July 20, 2022
There are no specific drugs to treat the monkeypox virus but research into existing antivirals is well under way to determine their potential efficacy.
June 07, 2022
The CDC raised its monkeypox alert to a level 2 on June 6, reporting more than 1000 cases worldwide and 25 infections confirmed in 12 US states and DC.
May 24, 2022
The CDC reported 1 confirmed case of monkeypox in Massachusetts on May 23rd; Quebec is investigating 17 suspected cases. Find out what we know now about the virus.