Yesterday, the CDC released through its Health Alert Network (HAN) Updated Case-Finding Guidance: Monkeypox Outbreak – United States, 2022. The Orange County Healthcare Agency (OCHCA) wants to make sure providers are aware of the potential for monkeypox virus infection in patients who meet epidemiologic criteria and/or a clinically consistent rash. As of this time, no cases of monkeypox virus infection have been identified in Orange County. While monkeypox remains rare, as of today 72 cases have been reported in 18 states and territories, including 15 cases in California. Globally, over 1,800 cases of monkeypox virus infection have been identified in 35 countries associated with the current outbreak. More info...
