Learn about Mpox, a new epidemic and global emergency.
        Although the mortality rate from Mpox is only 3-6%, the lesions that can be left behind after infection have raised awareness in society.
        Mpox is an infectious disease caused by the Mpox or monkeypox virus. The incubation period ranges from 3 to 17 days. Patients will experience flu-like symptoms, enlarged lymph nodes, and rashes on their face, arms, legs, and genitals. These rashes become raised and develop into blisters and pustules before drying and flaking off, potentially leaving scars. Most patients will recover on own initiative within 2-4 weeks.
        Thailand used to give smallpox vaccinations to all infants before it was discontinued in 1980. Those who had received the vaccine had an 80-85% lower risk of infection. People in high-risk groups can contact the Thai Red Cross to get vaccinated for an additional charge.
         Mpox can be prevented by eating cooked meat, avoiding direct contact with wild animals, washing hands frequently, avoiding close contact with patients, and not sharing personal items.
Written, translated by: Ratchanok T.
Illustrated by: กรมควบคุมโรค