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First Human Monkeypox Case Reported In St. Mary’s County First Human Monkeypox Case Reported In St. Mary’s County
First Human Monkeypox Case Reported In St. Mary’s County The first human monkeypox case has been confirmed in St. Mary's County. The St. Mary’s County Health Department has been notified of a human monkeypox virus infection in a local resident, officials announced on Monday, July 18. The person is isolating from others and is recovering, according to health officials. The Health Department has also begun the process of contact tracing and notifying anyone who may have been exposed to the virus. “The risk of transmission to the general community at this time is believed to be low,” officials said. "(The St. Mary's County Health Department) enco…

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Three Presumed Cases Of Monkeypox Being Reported In Maryland: Report Three Presumed Cases Of Monkeypox Being Reported In Maryland: Report
Three Presumed Cases Of Monkeypox Being Reported In Maryland: Report There have now been three presumed human monkeypox cases identified in Maryland, according to a wbaltv.com report. Last week, the first presumed monkeypox infection was identified in a resident from the National Capital Region, though he presented only mild symptoms and did not require hospitalization. On Wednesday, June 22, the Maryland Department of Health reportedly announced that there have been additional potential cases identified, and all are isolated and recovering in their home. The Department of Health is working with federal health officials to confirm all three cases. No other…

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