We are asking people to look out for new spots, ulcers or blisters on any part of their body.
We are continuing to promptly identify further monkeypox cases in England through our extensive surveillance and contact tracing networks, our vigilant NHS services, and thanks to people coming forward with symptoms. You should contact a sexual health clinic immediately if you develop a rash or lesions – though please phone ahead before attending in person.ĭr Susan Hopkins, Chief Medical Adviser, UKHSA, said: The risk to the UK population remains low, but we are asking people to be alert to any new rashes or lesions, which would appear like spots, ulcers or blisters, on any part of their body.Īlthough this advice applies to everyone, the majority of the cases identified to date have been among men who are gay, bisexual and men who have sex with men, so we are asking these people in particular to be aware of the symptoms, particularly if they have recently had a new sexual partner. There are currently 3 confirmed cases in Scotland, one in Wales and one in Northern Ireland, taking the UK total to 106. The latest cases, as of 26 May, bring the total number confirmed in England since 7 May to 101. The UK Health Security Agency ( UKHSA) has detected 16 additional cases of monkeypox in England. Latest Friday Sixteen additional monkeypox cases identified in England