We @UKHSA have updated our monkeypox #MPX case counts to 106 confirmed cases in the UK.
A few things have changed over the past two weeks. A short explainer thread here.
A few things have changed over the past two weeks. A short explainer thread here.
https://twitter.com/UKHSA/status/1530213246346706949?s=20&t=DojYfy18XP5d-oTKZw9v-A
Following initial reports of cases in gay men, we have seen a large increase in reported cases in this group, also including bisexual men, and other men who have sex with men.
We know this outbreak is being transmitted in networks that are connected through sexual activity.
We know this outbreak is being transmitted in networks that are connected through sexual activity.
It probably has in the past, given that transmission between people who live together has been documented extensively.
The above does not mean that MPX is not, and can not, be transmitted through other networks, or routes.
The above does not mean that MPX is not, and can not, be transmitted through other networks, or routes.
This transmission pattern is happening because the virus spreads through close, direct contact — sex just happens to be one of the most popular forms of direct contact. And it is absolutely expected for people of the same sexuality to have sex with one another.
Infections do not have sexual orientations.
We are doing our best effort to tackle stigma
I understand how some may not like a spotlight on gay and bi men at the centre of the outbreak, but it is so important that we communicate this clearly and honestly
pinknews.co.uk/2022/05/24/mon…
We are doing our best effort to tackle stigma
I understand how some may not like a spotlight on gay and bi men at the centre of the outbreak, but it is so important that we communicate this clearly and honestly
pinknews.co.uk/2022/05/24/mon…
With the right knowledge, people can be equipped to make their own decisions, and take care of their health.
There is an army of people across @UKHSA @BASHH_UK @NHSuk working to control this outbreak. And there are a few things you can do if you are think you might be at risk.
There is an army of people across @UKHSA @BASHH_UK @NHSuk working to control this outbreak. And there are a few things you can do if you are think you might be at risk.
First, we are asking you to be hypervigilant of any rashes or lesions you might see in your skin, including face, hands, and genitals. If you do have any of these, call your local sexual health service. You might need to come in for a test.
Second, we are doing our best to manage cases and their contacts. Inevitably this involves establishing a link with your sexual partners.
Please do your best effort to obtain contact details of any new or casual sexual partners, such as those met through Grindr or in parties.
Please do your best effort to obtain contact details of any new or casual sexual partners, such as those met through Grindr or in parties.
Third, you can choose to change your sexual behaviour, such as reducing the number of partners you have, or only having sex with people you know you could contact. It will be your own personal choice. You have information, freedom and control.
As individuals we all balance our risk and pleasure everyday, but I do think we can control this outbreak if we come together as a community.
We are already disproportionately burdened by infections. I think we can choose together not to have another one.
We are already disproportionately burdened by infections. I think we can choose together not to have another one.
To be equipped with the right information, @THTorguk has put together resources targeting gay and bi men in simple and non-stigmatising language. Read the latest info here:
tht.org.uk/news/monkeypox…
tht.org.uk/news/monkeypox…
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