DOH: 20 people in Washington likely have monkeypox
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20 people have tested positive for orthopoxvirus, which the Department of Health says is likely to be monkeypox. 17 of the cases are in King County.

Federal government announces monkeypox vaccine allotment for Washington

To help stop the spread of the monkeypox virus, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced plans on Friday to distribute a limited amount of vaccines to the state of Washington. 

W.H.O to discuss Monkeypox danger, name
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The World Health Organization going to hold an emergency meeting next week to assess the Monkeypox outbreak, and consider a new name for it.

Health experts and LGBTQI+ leaders raise awareness on monkeypox to prevent stigmatization

"Viruses don’t care what your gender, sexual orientation, politics or what your hair color is… you’re a warm, sentient being. They will infect you," said Deborah Fuller, professor in the Department of Microbiology at the UW School of Medicine.

Health officials confirm case of monkeypox in Seattle area

Health officials on Friday confirmed a case of monkeypox in the Seattle area. It's one of nine cases being investigated in seven states.

Monkeypox outbreak: Seattle biologist shares what we already know and clears up misconceptions

There’s a lot of information circulating with the growing international monkeypox outbreak. So far, health officials said there’s no evidence of the virus spreading locally. 

Washington health officials investigate presumptive case of monkeypox

Washington health officials said Monday they were investigating a presumptive case of monkeypox in the state. It's one of less than ten confirmed or suspected monkeypox cases in the U.S.