The Austin-Travis County Health Authority has confirmed there are nine confirmed monkeypox cases here in Travis County. According to their website, there are 46 presumptive cases.
PUBLISHED 4:03 PM CDT Aug. 06, 2022AUSTIN, Texas — The Austin-Travis County Health Authority has confirmed there are nine confirmed monkeypox cases here in Travis County. According to theirMonkeypox is a disease caused by infection with the monkeypox virus not commonly seen in the U.S. Symptoms vary, and can include fever and a rash that may look like pimples or blisters on the body.The virus is quickly spreading across the state.
At the end of July, DSHS dispersed vaccines for 1,500 people. Supplies are still considered limited, so APH is evaluating individuals for vaccination eligibility based on criteria set out by DSHS and the CDC. If you are suffering from symptoms of monkeypox, see a health care provider for testing. If you do not have a provider, call 512-972-5560. You should only get tested for monkeypox if you experience symptoms.
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