Monkeypox
First infection of Clade 1b strain of monkeypox identified in Israel, vaccines not in stock
The Health Ministry emphasized that no additional cases have been identified so far. However, at this stage, there are no vaccines in stock, and “the ministry is working to renew the supply."
WHO maintains mpox global health emergency amid rising cases in Africa
The WHO announces 18,000 monkeypox cases in January
Why is mpox an emergency again, and how worried should I be? - explainer
WHO may rename monkeypox - here's why
Its guidelines recommend avoiding animal names or geographic regions. The novel coronavirus and its variants were renamed for this reason.
Third case of monkeypox found in Israel
Over 1,000 monkeypox cases have been reported in 29 countries since early May, according to the CDC.
Monkeypox: Israel detects its second case
The patient was hospitalized at Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer, and is said to be in mild condition.
Disease experts call on WHO, governments for more action on monkeypox
The WHO is considering whether the monkeypox outbreak should be assessed as a potential public health emergency of international concern.
Monkeypox can be contained if we act now, WHO says
Monkeypox is a usually mild viral infection that is endemic in parts of west and central Africa.
Canada reports 10 new cases of monkeypox, including the first in Ontario
The province of Quebec has reported 25 cases, an increase of nine cases from Wednesday.
Monkeypox patient with a hamster? You might have to put it down - ECDC
Rodents are now to be more suitable carriers of monkeypox than humans, so the likelihood of them catching it from their owners is high.
Monkeypox: Two antiviral drugs studied as possible treatments - study
The study, which retrospectively looked at seven monkeypox cases in the UK, noted the response of patients to the use of antiviral drugs tecovirimat and brincidofovir in trying to treat monkeypox.
Monkeypox spread likely 'amplified' by sex raves in Europe - WHO
The likely cause of the monkeypox spread was sexual behavior at two parties in Europe. More than 90 cases have been recorded in a dozen countries to date.
Germany orders 40,000 vaccine doses as precaution against monkeypox spread
While the outbreak is unusual, it remains "containable" and limited, the WHO said, and it is convening further meetings to support member states with more advice on how to tackle the situation.