Cases Of Monkeypox Formerly Known As Monkeypox Have Been Reported In Germany And Other Countries Outside Of Africa Since May 2022

Monkeypox in Germany

Cases of monkeypox, formerly known as monkeypox, have been reported in Germany and other countries outside of Africa since May 2022.

In Germany, cases have been reported in accordance with the reporting requirement of the Infection Protection Act (IfSG).

The 2022-2023 mpox outbreak in Germany is part of an ongoing global outbreak of human mpox caused by the West African clade of the monkeypox virus.

Conclusion

The detection of monkeypox cases in Germany highlights the need for heightened awareness and vigilance among healthcare professionals and the public to effectively respond to and control the spread of the disease. Early detection, rapid response, and effective infection prevention and control measures are crucial to mitigate the impact of this emerging public health threat.