Monkeypox continues to spread

Monkeypox, a viral disease most commonly found in central and western Africa, is spreading on an unprecedented global scale


CONFIRMED CASES OF MONKEYPOX (Since Jan 1, 2022) 
10,000+ 1,000-10,000 500-1,000 50-500 Less than 50

Has historically reported monkeypox
Has not historically reported monkeypox


Countries with most cases (as of Aug 11, 2022) 
U.S.	10,361 
Spain 	5,162
Germany 3,025
UK 	3,017
France  2,590
Brazil 	2,415
Canada 	1,011
Netherlands 959
Portugal 710
Italy	599

Global cases
33,435
(Aug 11)


Monkeypox can spread to anyone by close contact with lesions, body fluids, respiratory droplets and contaminated materials such as bedding


Sources: CDC, Global.health, WHO 
Picture: Twitter
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