Mpox
Information to help you stay safe.
What Does an Mpox Rash Look Like?
These photos might help you identify the telltale symptom.
How Does Monkeypox Affect the Brain?
Rare neurological issues are possible, but mental health effects are a bigger concern.
Here’s What People With Eczema Should Know About Their Monkeypox Risk
A lot of people with the skin condition are worried about the outbreak.
A Person Diagnosed With Monkeypox in the US Has Died—Here’s What We Know So Far
The death occurred as the US topped 18,100 cases.
Here’s What You Should Know If Your Second Monkeypox Vaccine Has Been Delayed
One dose provides some protection, but you should still play it safe until you get both.
What to Know About the Wheal, a Common Monkeypox Vaccine Side Effect
Experts say the blister-like mark is actually a good sign.
Here’s What You Should Do If You Think You Have Monkeypox Symptoms
You may have to advocate for yourself if a doctor doesn’t take you seriously.
The WHO Is Renaming Monkeypox—Here’s Why That’s Important
Two distinct variants of the virus have already been renamed.
There’s Lots of Confusion and Stigma Around Monkeypox—Let’s Clear It Up
We have the tools and the responsibility to do better.
Here Are the Side Effects You May Experience After the Monkeypox Vaccine
Experts say you should plan to take it easy after your appointment.
Here’s Who Can—and Should—Get the Monkeypox Vaccine Right Now
Only certain people are eligible.
I Was Diagnosed With Monkeypox and the Symptoms Are Pretty Brutal
“It’s become very real, very quickly.”
Monkeypox Virus May Have Undergone ‘Accelerated Evolution’ in Current Outbreak
A new analysis has surprised experts.
Monkeypox Symptoms May Look Different Than in Past Cases for Some People
Some cases may even go undiagnosed, the CDC says.
Here’s How the U.S. Handled Its Last Big Monkeypox Outbreak
This isn’t our first time dealing with the rare disease.
What to Know About the Monkeypox Case in Massachusetts
Nine cases have been confirmed in the U.K. since early May.