DOH reports 2 additional cases of mpox

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – The state Department of Health reported two additional cases of mpox on Friday.
The Health Department said one case was associated with out-of-state exposure while the other case suggests the mpox infection was locally acquired as it was neither identified from an out-of-state exposure or link to other prior cases.
So far, there have been seven mpox cases diagnosed in Hawaii this year, bringing the total number of cases since June 2022 to 53.
Officials said those at higher risk of mpox infection should consider being vaccinated with two doses of the JYNNEOS vaccine.
DOH said the vaccination will be offered at this year’s Honolulu Pride Festival at the Waikiki Shell on Oct. 19.
Health care providers in each county continue to vaccinate high-risk individuals. Additionally, retail pharmacy chains CVS and Walgreens now offer JYNNEOS vaccinations.
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