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Dangerous mpox strain detected in Central California
Stanislaus County reports four clade I mpox cases, suggesting community spread of a deadly strain.
In brief
Stanislaus County reports four clade I mpox cases, suggesting community spread of a deadly strain. Stanislaus County health officials confirmed four cases of the more severe clade I mpox strain, which typically spreads through international travel but has been detected locally. Originally reported by Sfgate.
Clade I mpox cases detected
Stanislaus County health officials reported four cases of clade I mpox, suggesting community spread of a dangerous strain.
Two cases confirmed, two pending
Two cases have been confirmed as clade I mpox, with results for the other two cases still pending.
Strain characteristics
Clade I mpox typically causes death in immunocompromised individuals with a mortality rate between 1% and 10%.
Public health advice
Residents are advised to recognize symptoms, get vaccinated if at risk, and seek medical care when needed.
The key point
Stanislaus County health officials confirmed four cases of the more severe clade I mpox strain, which typically spreads through international travel but has been detected locally.
