The World Health Organization upgraded the mpox situation to a Public Health Emergency of International Concern. The new clade Ib variant spreads more easily through household contact.
12 countries are under enhanced monitoring with travel advisories. The US CDC moved to Level 2 for affected regions. The JYNNEOS vaccine shows cross-protection against clade Ib.
For those in the US and Europe, risk remains low if vaccinated. No need to cancel plans but check destination mpox status if traveling internationally.
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