Germany Reports First Case of New Mpox Variant Clade Ib

Oct 22, 2024, 12:41 PM

Germany has reported its first case of a new mpox variant, identified as clade Ib. The infection was detected in a patient who acquired the virus abroad. The Robert Koch Institute, Germany's disease control center, confirmed the case on Tuesday and stated that the risk to the general population is considered low. The health authority is closely monitoring the situation.