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First confirmed case of mpox (Clade 1b) in England – LGA response
“Local public health teams are working closely with the UK Health Security Agency. Surveillance, contact tracing, accurate information from trusted sources, vaccines, treatment and support are key to stop the spread.
Commenting on the confirmation of the first confirmed case of mpox (Clade 1b) in England, Cllr David Fothergill, Chairman of the Local Government Association’s Community Wellbeing Board said:
“Local public health teams are working closely with the UK Health Security Agency.
“Surveillance, contact tracing, accurate information from trusted sources, vaccines, treatment and support are key to stop the spread.
“As the virus spreads through close contact, we are urging everyone to be aware of any unusual rashes or lesions and to contact NHS 111 or their local sexual health service if they have any concerns.”
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