What You Need To Know About Monkeypox

You may have heard recently about the rising cases of monkeypox. It can be serious for kids, pregnant or breastfeeding moms or if you have a weakened immune system.
It spreads through direct contact with someone with an infected rash, scab, bodily fluids or even through respiratory secretions during prolonged face-to-face contact. Along with common flu symptoms such as a sore throat, stuffy nose, cough and fever, the most telling signs are swollen lymph nodes and the accompanying blisters or pimples that can appear anywhere on your body.
There is a monkeypox vaccine, but its recommended mainly for people with exposure to those with monkeypox. ANYONE can be infected, even though currently, 98% of the infections have been found in men who have had sex with men. Talk to your doctor if you believe you have been exposed to monkeypox.