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Mfox in Delaware

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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What is Mfox?

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.

Symptoms

Initial (prodrome) phase: Fever, headache, muscle aches, backache, exhaustion, and often swollen lymph nodes.
Rash phase: A characteristic rash typically appears 1-3 days after fever, progressing from flat spots to raised bumps, then fluid-filled blisters (vesicles and pustules), and finally scabs. The rash can be painful and itchy, appearing on any part of the body including genitals and anus.

Transmission

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

Prevention

Avoid close, skin-to-skin contact with people showing Mfox symptoms or rash.
Do not touch contaminated bedding, towels, or clothing used by an infected person.
Practice good hand hygiene frequently with soap and water or an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
Vaccines, such as JYNNEOS (MVA-BN), are available and recommended for at-risk individuals or post-exposure.

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For official state health alerts, vaccination locations, and public health guidance specific to Delaware, visit your state health department's website.

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Understanding Mfox: Key Questions

Whether you live in Delaware or are traveling there, knowing the symptoms, timeline, and when to seek care helps you act quickly if exposure occurs.

When to Seek Care

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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Medically Reviewed Content

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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