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Monkeypox

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Viral disease from animals causing rash, fever, similar to smallpox.

A viral disease caused by monkeypox virus, spread through animal contact or human-to-human transmission, causing rash, fever, and lymphadenopathy. The CDC states that monkeypox is treatable with supportive care, with vaccines (e.g., JYNNEOS) providing protection.