Mpox (Monkeypox) - WHO

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This webpage provides information about mpox (monkeypox) from the World Health Organization (WHO). Mpox is a rare viral disease that belongs to the same family as smallpox. The webpage highlights the importance of early detection and proper management of cases to prevent outbreaks. It also discusses the current global status of mpox and the organization's efforts to control its spread.

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Hazard: Infectious Disease

Audiences: Emergency Managers; Nurses; Physicians; Public Health Professionals

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Disease Outbreaks; Epidemiology; Smallpox Vaccine; Vaccination; World Health Organization; Mpox (monkeypox)

Institutions: World Health Organization (WHO)

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