# Mpox

Centers for Disease Control urges eligible people to complete 2-dose vaccination series

First imported case of highly transmissible mpox clade Ib as vaccinations encouraged

HIV and gonorrhea infections are on the decline but syphilis cases are increasing

All 4 new cases involve men in their 30s

WHO warns of growing mpox pandemic as local vaccinations rise by 30%

The outbreak in Congo began with the spread of an endemic strain, known as clade I

2 vaccine doses can provide up to 90% protection

Cases highlight importance of vaccination, vigilance against resurging disease

Man in his 30s had severely compromised immune system, also diagnosed with HIV

Those having multiple sexual partners or having had STDs advised to get inoculations