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   The Role of Contact Tracing in Mpox Prevention Explore the critical role of   contact tracing   in preventing Mpox outbreaks. Learn how it breaks the chain of transmission, the challenges involved, and its integration with global health strategies for effective prevention.        Introduction   As the global community continues to address emerging infectious diseases,    contact tracing     has proven to be a critical tool in public health responses. The    Mpox virus   , a zoonotic disease that has gained more attention in recent years, can spread through close contact with an infected individual. While vaccination and public awareness campaigns are essential in Mpox prevention,    contact tracing     plays an equally vital role in identifying and isolating cases, preventing further transmission, and ultimately controlling outbreaks.   In this...

     Mpox in 2024: What We've Learned and What Lies Ahead Learn about Mpox in 2024, including recent developments, challenges, and future directions. Discover comprehensive insights into transmission, diagnosis, treatment, vaccination, and public health responses to this evolving viral threat.         Introduction Mpox, formerly known as monkeypox, has remained a significant public health concern as we navigate through 2024. While initially overshadowed by the global focus on COVID-19, Mpox has re-emerged as a topic of concern due to its spread in non-endemic countries. This article explores the progress made in understanding Mpox, the lessons learned, and the challenges that lie ahead.         What is Mpox? Mpox is a viral zoonotic disease caused by the monkeypox virus, a member of the Orthopoxvirus genus. Initially discovered in 1958 in monkeys, it wasn’t until 1970 that the first human case was identified in...