The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is ramping up its fear tactics as it warns of the mpox (formerly known as monkeypox) once again. The CDC is recommending “vigilance” as Clade I mpox cases appear in the United States following travel to affected regions in Central Africa, especially the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).
Monkeypox Fear Mongering Ramps Up
According to a report by Business Insider Africa, Clade I of the mpox virus is more severe and has higher mortality rates compared to Clade II, as seen in past outbreaks. Health professionals are urged to evaluate patients with recent travel history to affected areas and provide preventive measures.
Following this announcement, the CDC issued an official Health Alert Network (HAN) advisory in response to a growing mpox outbreak in Central Africa, particularly the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). The outbreak has led to a small number of travel-associated mpox cases diagnosed in the United States since 2024.
As of May 2025, there is no evidence of sustained local transmission in the U.S., but the CDC is urging healthcare providers to remain alert, especially when evaluating patients with recent travel to the DRC or neighboring countries.
WHO Declares Mpox A Global Public Health Emergency
Accoridng to most mainstream media reports, the key to stopping this outbreak is mass vaccination.
Vaccination remains a key preventive measure. The CDC supports the continued use of the JYNNEOS vaccine, which is effective against both Clade I and Clade II strains.
However, the agency notes that uptake of the vaccine has declined since the height of the previous outbreak. The HAN advisory encourages health departments to identify individuals at risk and ensure they have access to testing, treatment, and vaccination. – Business Insider Africa
Does that mean more mpox fear-mongering is in our future? Does the ruling class need to get this shot in people too?
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