Mfox is a viral infection caused by the *Mpox virus* (formerly *Monkeypox virus*), a member of the *Orthopoxvirus* genus. While endemic in parts of Central and West Africa, it can affect anyone through close contact, characterized by a distinctive rash.
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The virus was first identified in laboratory monkeys in 1958, leading to its original name. The first human case was reported in 1970 in the Democratic Republic of Congo. A multi-country outbreak in 2022 led to the World Health Organization adopting the term \"Mpox\" to avoid stigma associated with the original name.
Mfox primarily spreads through close, prolonged, skin-to-skin contact with an infected person's rash, scabs, or body fluids. It can also transmit through respiratory droplets during extended face-to-face contact or by touching contaminated objects like clothing, bedding, or towels used by an infected individual.
Contagious Period: Varies by disease
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Seek care if you experience severe dehydration, bloody stools, high fever, or symptoms lasting more than 3 days. Children under 5, adults over 65, and immunocompromised individuals should seek care earlier.
Emergency symptoms: Severe dehydration, inability to keep fluids down for 12 or more hours, or neurological symptoms require emergency care.
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View WHO Resources →Disease information on Virus Watcher is reviewed by our Chief Epidemiologist, a former CDC lead analyst for FluSight forecasting. Outbreak data is aggregated from verified sources including BEACON, ProMED, WHO, CDC, and 50+ national health agencies. This information is for educational purposes and should not replace professional medical advice.
Last reviewed: 2026-07-18
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