The monkeypox virus is related to smallpox and the U.S. has recently experienced outbreaks of this virus. As of August 2022, Tennessee has seen 32 cases of monkeypox. This virus spreads through close, intimate contact. Anyone who has been in close, personal contact with someone who has monkeypox is at risk. We all know how scary it is to hear about the sudden spread of a novel virus, but Patriot Homecare is committed to keeping our patients informed. Here are some helpful tips for recognizing the symptoms of monkeypox and preventing the spread:
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2022, July 28). 2022 U.S. Monkeypox Outbreak. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Retrieved August 19, 2022, from https://www.cdc.gov/poxvirus/monkeypox/response/2022/index.html
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2022, July 29). How to protect yourself. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Retrieved August 19, 2022, from https://www.cdc.gov/poxvirus/monkeypox/prevention/protect-yourself.html
(WBIR), A. J. R. (2022, August 2). What you should know about Monkeypox, vaccine. wbir.com. Retrieved August 19, 2022, from https://www.wbir.com/article/news/health/need-to-know-monkey-pox-vaccine/51-96286961-48f9-4dfe-8c7d-a10ecd1e022e