Massachusetts DPH Says Gay, Bisexual Men at Higher Risk of Mpox
The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared a public health emergency over a new outbreak of mpox, formerly known as monkeypox.
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Monkeypox in New Bedford [TOWNSQUARE SUNDAY]
New Bedford Community Health Center CEO Cheryl Bartlett says people considered high risk for monkeypox are starting to pay attention.
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New Bedford Light Report With Jack Spillane [TOWNSQUARE SUNDAY]
New Bedford Light columnist Jack Spillane discusses the Light's reporting on the first reported case of monkeypox in New Bedford.
What Massachusetts Residents Need to Know About Monkeypox
Massachusetts health officials said that while monkeypox does not spread easily between people, people can spread the infection once they develop symptoms.