Since May 2022, cases of monkeypox from non-endemic countries have been reported to the WHO. During the first 10 days of May, there was only one confirmed case of monkeypox in non-endemic countries. However, until May 26, the number increased to 334. Monkeypox is endemic to some African countries and usually appeared outside this region only when linked to travelers. The most recent outbreak, mostly in some Western countries, has so far shown no evidence of travel links to endemic countries.
Cumulative number of confirmed cases of monkeypox in non-endemic countries in May 2022
Definition by the WHO:
"Monkeypox is a viral zoonosis (a virus transmitted to humans from animals) with symptoms very similar to those seen in the past in smallpox patients, although it is clinically less severe."
"Monkeypox virus is transmitted from one person to another by close contact with lesions, body fluids, respiratory droplets and contaminated materials such as bedding. The incubation period of monkeypox is usually from 6 to 13 days but can range from 5 to 21 days."
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OWID. (May 26, 2022). Cumulative number of confirmed cases of monkeypox in non-endemic countries in May 2022 [Graph]. In Statista. Retrieved November 15, 2024, from https://www.statista.com/statistics/1311006/monkeypox-cumulative-cases-in-non-endemic-countries/
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