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Commentary: To stem the spread of monkeypox, health departments tap into networks of those most at risk

On July 23, the World Health Organization declared monkeypox a public health emergency of international concern. It was a contentious decision, with the WHO’s director-general, Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, making the final call and overruling the WHO’s emergency committee. The advisory committee’s disagreements mirrored debates that have been unfolding among…

Tribune News Service · Aug 1, 2022

First monkeypox case is reported in Cook County Jail; Chicago receives 15,000 doses of vaccine over the weekend

CHICAGO — The Cook County Jail on Tuesday reported its first case of monkeypox, according to the Cook County Department of Public Health.

Chicago Tribune · Jul 27, 2022

Monkeypox cases in Illinois surpass 300 as big summer festivals approach

Health officials look to raise awareness ahead of large outdoor events like Lollapalooza and Market Days.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 26, 2022

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Monkeypox continues to spread. 105 Chicagoans infected as vaccines roll out, health officials say.

Since monkeypox was first detected in the city nearly a month ago, 105 Chicagoans have been diagnosed with the virus, health officials said.

Chicago Tribune · Jul 12, 2022

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