Here’s what you gotta know now that monkeypox has been declared a public health emergency.
Since then, you may have been curious about your risk for contracting monkeypox in certain situations.
So, let’s look a little closer at the nitty-gritty.
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What is monkeypox?
Such symptoms may develop before the rash, after the rash, or not at all.
Though the current outbreak is new, monkeypox is not a new disease, explains Dr. Balboni.
Unlike with theCOVID-19 pandemic, scientists and health care workers already have defenses against monkeypox.
The same vaccines have been used to prevent both monkeypox and smallpox for years.
With that said, smallpox is “much more infectious and deadly than monkeypox,” she says.
So how might you contract the virus in the first place?
Monkeypox “is most effectively transmitted by close skin-to-skin exposure, including sexual contact,” he adds.
However, monkeypox isn’t considered a sexually transmitted disease,according to the CDC.
Can you get monkeypox at the gym?
“If this occurs, transmission to another person via contaminated objects, surfaces, or fabrics is possible.
How can you reduce your risk of getting monkeypox at the gym?
you’re free to always bring your own towel to be on the safe side.
“Most importantly, if you’re sick, stay home!”
