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95% Monkeypox Cases Transmitted Through Sexual Activities: Study

A research paper published in the New England Journal of Medicine claimed that 95% of the Monkeypox cases have spread due to sexual activities. The study was done on 528 patients across 16 countries. The paper also claimed that new clinical signs such as single genital lesions were noted. As of July 22, Monkeypox virus has been detected across 71 countries, and 15,400 cases have been reported. 

Fri, 22 Jul 2022 - 01:45 PM / by Shibu Immanuel S

Tags: Monkeypox, Smallpox, Monkeypox Transmission, Sexual Activities, New England Journal of Medicine

Courtesy: Hindustan Times