California reports first US case of new mpox strain

California health officials have confirmed the first US case of mpox linked to the Clade I strain, a different variant than the one that circulated in the US last year.
The infected individual, who recently traveled to Africa, is currently isolating at home. While the Clade I strain has historically been associated with more severe illness, recent cases have shown less severe symptoms.
Mpox, a viral illness related to smallpox, is primarily transmitted through close contact. Symptoms typically include fever, headache, muscle aches, and a distinctive rash. While most cases resolve on their own, the disease can be fatal, especially for vulnerable populations.
The World Health Organization declared mpox a global health emergency earlier this year, with outbreaks occurring in Central and Eastern Africa, particularly in the Democratic Republic of Congo. (ILKHA)
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