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Clade IB Mpox in the UK: Symptoms, risks, and public health response

A new mpox strain, clade I mpox-Ib, has been identified in the UK, raising concerns due to its historical association with more severe illness and higher death rates. While the overall risk to the public remains low, health agencies are closely monitoring this strain, which presents similar symptoms to other mpox infections, particularly painful genital and anal lesions.

16 Dec 2025 10:57 am