First monkeypox case confirmed in state of Iowa
There is monkeypox in Iowa.The state Department of Health and Human Services just confirmed Friday night.There is a probable case of monkeypox in north central Iowa.The patient was likely infected during international travels and is isolating and receiving outpatient care. They are in regular communication with the health department.Monkeypox does not spread easily between people without close contact. It is typically characterized by a new, unexplained rash and skin lesions. Other early symptoms of monkeypox include fever, chills, and swollen lymph nodes, according to public health.There is a vaccine, but the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention does not recommend it for broad use. It’s only for use in people infected with monkeypox.The state says the risk is low for the general public.More news:
DES MOINES, Iowa —
There is monkeypox in Iowa.
The state Department of Health and Human Services just confirmed Friday night.
There is a probable case of monkeypox in north central Iowa.
The patient was likely infected during international travels and is isolating and receiving outpatient care. They are in regular communication with the health department.
Monkeypox does not spread easily between people without close contact. It is typically characterized by a new, unexplained rash and skin lesions. Other early symptoms of monkeypox include fever, chills, and swollen lymph nodes, according to public health.
There is a vaccine, but the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention does not recommend it for broad use. It’s only for use in people infected with monkeypox.
The state says the risk is low for the general public.
More news: