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The mpox strain spreading now is different from the one in 2022: Here's what to know
This strain of the virus is known to be more severe, but it’s behaving differently from its usual patterns.
www.nbcnews.com
Mpox, formerly known as monkeypox, is a viral infection characterized by painful lesions. It’s spread by direct contact with an infected person, animal or contaminated items like clothing or bedding.
The virus is classified into two distinct groups: clade I and clade II.
Clade II was responsible for the 2022 outbreak, which has led to around 100,000 cases worldwide...