Alarming Increase in Mpox Cases in New York City: Health Department Warns of More Severe Strain from Congo

Since October, the New York City Health Department has reported a significant increase in cases of the ‘Mpox’ virus. They are also warning about a more severe strain of the illness that has emerged in the Congo and could potentially spread to New York City.

The number of cases still remains below the peak seen almost two years ago, but it is important to note that 94 percent of the local patients affected by Mpox are gay and bisexual men. This highlights the importance of education and outreach to these communities about the symptoms and prevention measures for Mpox.

For more information on the symptoms of Mpox, you can click on the provided link. There is also an investigation by 7 On Your Side on an imposter who posed as a Queens man for doctor’s visits in a fraudulent construction fall claim.

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