Washington DOH launches monkeypox data dashboard, cases declining statewide

The Washington State Department of Health launched an interactive monkeypox dashboard as cases decline statewide. “MPV cases are decreasing across our state, but this outbreak isn’t over yet," says Health Secretary Dr. Umair Shah.

Monkeypox cases declining in Washington, outbreak trajectory unclear

Monkeypox cases are decreasing in Washington state, likely because of a combination of factors including behavioral change and the vaccination of high-risk communities, health officials said.

Health officials: Get updated COVID-19 booster, flu shot

Health officials in Washington’s most populous county are urging people to get the new COVID-19 booster.

Infant in King County infected with monkeypox

Health officials said an infant in King County was hospitalized after testing positive for monkeypox. 

Monkeypox declared a public health emergency in King County

King County Executive Dow Constantine issued a proclamation on Friday, declaring monkeypox a public health emergency in the county.

First case of pediatric monkeypox confirmed in Washington

The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) has confirmed the state's first case of monkeypox in a patient under the age of 18. 

Owners spread monkeypox to their dog, doctors report

Health officials are warning people who are infected with monkeypox to stay away from household pets, since the animals could be at risk of catching the virus.

WHO to rename monkeypox over stigmatization concerns

Monkeypox was first named in 1958 when research monkeys in Denmark were observed to have a “pox-like” disease.

Gov. Inslee issues directive outlining monkeypox virus response in Washington

Washington Gov. Jay Inslee has issued a directive to the Washington State Department of Health outlining additional steps to address the rise in monkeypox cases.

Monkeypox in King County: Health estimate 20,000 people at high-risk

Public Health Seattle & King County estimates there are 20,000 people in the county who are considered high-risk for monkeypox. Another 20,000 are at moderate risk.

Hundreds line up for monkeypox vaccines at first 'community' clinic in Seattle

Saturday, hundreds of people waited in line to get vaccinated for monkeypox at one of the first community vaccination clinics to be offered in Seattle and King County. 

Monkeypox in Washington: Cases doubling every week

Washington State is continuing to see a growing number of monkeypox (MPV) cases, health officials said during a Thursday news conference. 

First case of monkeypox reported in Whatcom County

The Whatcom County Health Department on Wednesday said it was investigating the county's first confirmed case of monkeypox.

WHO leader: Men at risk of monkeypox should limit sex for now

The head of the World Health Organization advises men at risk of monkeypox to consider limiting sexual partners for now.

World Health Organization declares monkeypox a global emergency

Declaring a global emergency means the monkeypox outbreak is an “extraordinary event” that could spill over into more countries and requires a coordinated global response.

Monkeypox cases continue to rise in Washington

The Washington State Department of Health has reported the number of monkeypox cases is rising in the state.