Monkeypox has been diagnosed in the UK for the first time, according to an article on the BBC website.
The rare viral infection does not spread easily between humans and most people recover within a few weeks.
Public Health England (PHE) said the patient was a resident of Nigeria where the virus was probably contracted.
Monkeypox is usually a mild self-limiting illness and most people recover within a few weeks, however severe illness can occur in some individuals. It can be spread when someone is in close contact with an infected person, however there is a very low risk of transmission to the general population.
What Lies Ahead for Healthcare Facilities Managers
What's in the Future for Healthcare Restrooms?
Hammes Completes the Moffit Speros Outpatient Center
The Top Three Pathogens to Worry About in 2026
Blackbird Health Opens New Pediatric Mental Health Clinic in Virginia