Mpox (monkeypox)

What are Mpox (monkeypox), how can you catch it, what are the symptoms and how are they treated? Here we offer you information and recommendations on this.

Mpox: The virus

Mpox (monkeypox) are a viral disease transmitted from animals, probably rodents, to humans. Human-to-human transmission is also possible. Transmission of monkeypox virus (MPXV) occurs through close contact with infected humans or animals. Close here means direct skin contact, but also the exchange of larger drops of saliva. Contact with infected secretions or blood can also lead to transmission. Men who have sex with men (MSM) seem to have an increased risk of infection. The modes of transmission are currently being studied in depth scientifically.

An unusual cluster of Mpox infections has been noted in Europe and North America since early May 2022.

According to current knowledge, no risk to the general population is assumed.