Monkeypox cases continue to rise with 1,735 infected – the 11 signs to watch out for

CASES of monkey pox have increased by 11 per cent in the UK as the bug continues to spread.

On July 11, 1,735 infections were detected in the UK, with London being the worst affected area.

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This is more than 1,552 cases reported on Friday after levels rose 14 percent in just three days.

England has 1,660 infections, Northern Ireland – 12, Scotland – 44 and Wales 19.

In the US, 866 cases have been recorded, with California, New York and Illinois having the most infections.

dr. Meera Chand, director of Clinical and Emerging Infections at the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA), said last week the rise in cases was ‘worrying’.

She urged the public to do everything in their power to stop the spread.

“If you have recently had new or multiple sexual partners, pay attention to the monkey pox symptomsand keep in mind that many of the cases we see find only one or a few lesions.

“If you’re concerned you have monkey pox, take a break from events, meeting friends, or having sexual contact.

“Stay at home instead and contact 111 or your local sexual health service for advice. Please contact the clinic before your visit and avoid close contact with others until you have been assessed by a doctor.

“To help with contact tracing, we encourage everyone to ensure they exchange contact information with sexual partners.

“If you are called up for vaccination, we strongly recommend that you take it.”