BREAKING Long Beach reports first presumptive case of monkeypox
The case concerns an adult Long Beach resident with no recent travel history nor known contacts. The person is symptomatic and recovering and isolating at home, city officials said.
"We are taking monkeypox very seriously, and diligently working to vaccinate people who are at highest risk, understanding that the vaccine is currently in extremely limited supply," Mayor Robert Garcia said. Those with monkeypox are infectious and should isolate until the rash resolves. People who have symptoms should call their health care provider, who will determine the need for testing. Those who do not have a health care provider and are experiencing symptoms can contact the city of Long Beach's public health information line at 570-7907.
As of July 15, more than 12,000 cases of monkeypox have been reported globally, including 1,814 cases in the United States, 250 in California and 85 in Los Angeles County. While people of any gender and sexual orientation can acquire and spread monkeypox, most cases have been among men who have sex with men and transgender women.
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