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First U.S. Case of New Mpox Strain Reported in California

Health officials confirmed the first U.S. case of a new mpox strain from a traveler returning from eastern Africa, prompting low public health risks.

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Updated: Nov 16th, 2024, 6:54 PM ET

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California has reported the first U.S. case of a new aggressive strain of mpox (Clade I), linked to a recent outbreak in eastern Africa. The individual, who is currently in isolation and recovering, had traveled to Africa and exhibited symptoms consistent with the virus. This strain, capable of causing more severe illness, has not shown significant spread in the U.S., with health officials affirming the public risk remains low. Over 3,100 cases have emerged in Africa recently, requiring considerable vaccination efforts to control the outbreak.

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