IA: 2022 Monkeypox

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Source: https://www.einnews.com/pr_news/579466730/first-case-of-monkeypox-in-iowa

First Case of Monkeypox in Iowa
News Provided By Iowa Department Of Public Health
July 02, 2022, 05:09 GMT

The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) reports today a probable case of monkeypox virus infection in an adult in North Central Iowa. Testing was conducted by the State Hygienic Lab in Coralville.

The patient was likely infected during international travels and is isolating, receiving outpatient care and in regular communication with health department staff. HHS staff and local public health are conducting contact tracing with local health partners to identify anyone who may be at risk due to direct close contact with the patient while infectious. People with direct close contact are directed to watch for symptoms of illness and are offered a vaccine series that can prevent symptoms from developing or developing severe illness. The CDC does not recommend broader use of the vaccine at this time; however, their evaluation of vaccine guidance is ongoing...

 

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Source: https://www.radioiowa.com/2022/07/25/six-cases-of-monkeypox-confirmed-in-iowa/

Six cases of monkeypox confirmed in Iowa
July 25, 2022 By O. Kay Henderson

The state of Iowa has about 600 doses of monkeypox vaccine. Due to the limited supply, officials say those who’ve been exposed to the virus are being prioritized for vaccination. The vaccine can prevent or limit the severity an infection.

Dr. Aneesa Afroze of MercyOne in Des Moines says they have one patient with symptoms consistent with monkeypox and they’re awaiting test results.

“Providers are watching patients presenting with any kind of rash,” she says...