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What is the primary cause of Mpox infection?
What is the primary cause of Mpox infection?
Which statement about Mpox symptoms is true?
Which statement about Mpox symptoms is true?
Which of the following vaccines is NOT available for Mpox?
Which of the following vaccines is NOT available for Mpox?
How does the fatality rate of Mpox compare to that of smallpox?
How does the fatality rate of Mpox compare to that of smallpox?
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What is true about the relationship between Mpox and chickenpox?
What is true about the relationship between Mpox and chickenpox?
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Study Notes
Monkeypox Overview
- Renamed ‘Mpox’ by WHO to reduce stigmatization.
- Caused by the Mpox virus, a rare zoonotic viral disease.
- Mpox virus is part of the same family as the variola virus, which causes smallpox.
Symptoms and Severity
- Symptoms are similar to smallpox but less severe.
- Mpox is rarely fatal compared to smallpox.
- Mpox is distinct from chickenpox; they are not related conditions.
Vaccination and Prevention
- Available vaccines include ACAM2000, MVA-BN, and JYNNEOS.
- Vaccination plays a crucial role in controlling Mpox outbreaks.
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Description
This quiz explores the rare zoonotic viral disease Mpox, previously known as monkeypox. It covers symptoms, transmission, and available vaccines. Test your knowledge about this disease and its relationship to smallpox and chickenpox.
