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**AS OF DECEMBER 1, 2022, THE VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH HAS ADOPTED THE USE OF THE TERM “MPOX” TO REFER TO MONKEYPOX.**<\/p>\n

Monkeypox does not spread from person to person through casual conversation or by walking by
\nsomeone who is infected. The risk to the community is considered low at this time.<\/p>\n

Monkeypox can be spread from person to person by sexual or intimate contact, hugging, cuddling, and
\nmassage, and by sharing a towel or clothing that has not been washed.<\/p>\n

Most people who have become infected with monkeypox had close or intimate contact or prolonged face
\nto face contact with an infected person. Spread can occur from touching skin lesions, bodily fluids, or parts
\nof clothing or linens that have been in contact with lesions or bodily fluids.<\/p>\n

Monkeypox can be prevented by avoiding close, skin to skin contact with another person\u2019s rash or scabs.
\nIt can also be prevented by avoiding kissing, cuddling, or having sex with someone who is infected. Don\u2019t
\nshare bedding, towels, or personal grooming devices and don\u2019t share eating utensils or cups.<\/p>\n

If you think you have monkeypox, seek medical advice by contacting your healthcare provider.<\/p>\n

Visit the Virginia Department of Health Website: :\u00a0vdh.virginia.gov\/monkeypox<\/a><\/p>\n

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