On November 28, 2022, the WHO recommended a new name for monkeypox (mpox)
Both names will be used simultaneously for one year while “monkeypox” is phased out
WHO Announcement
Mpox
Diagnosis and Testing
Clinical Presentation
Infection Prevention and Control
Vaccine Information
Mild Illness
Severe Illness / Risk of Severe Illness / Complicated Infections
Severe Illness:
Risk of Severe Illness:
Complicated Infections:
References/Additional Resources
Guidelines