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DR SOPHIA MAKKI, NATIONAL INCIDENT DIRECTOR AT UKHSA, WARNED PEOPLE TO CHECK FOR SYMPTOMS BEFORE HAVING SEX. 17:58, 26 Jul 2022Updated 17:58, 26 Jul 2022 UK monkeypox cases have risen to
2,432. Dr Sophia Makki, National Incident Director at UKHSA, warned people to check for symptoms before having sex. Dr Makki said: “Monkeypox cases continue to rise, with the virus being
passed on predominantly in interconnected sexual networks. Before you have sex, go to a party or event, check yourself for monkeypox symptoms, including rashes and blisters. “If you have
monkeypox symptoms, take a break from attending events or sex until you’ve called 111 or a sexual health service and been assessed by a clinician.” Dr Makki said: “Vaccination will further
strengthen our monkeypox response and so we urge all those who are eligible for the vaccine to take it up when offered. READ MORE HEIRESS ACCUSED OF HAVING SEX WITH BOY, 14, 'FOUR TIMES
IN A DAY' BEGS FOR PRISON RELEASE “It will help protect yourself and others you have had close contact with. While the infection is mild for many, it can cause severe symptoms and
hospitalisation in some. Article continues below “Please remember that the vaccine may not provide complete protection against monkeypox, so it is still important to be alert for the
symptoms of monkeypox and call 111 or a sexual health clinic if you develop any.” The first case connected to the current outbreak was recorded in England on May 7 2022. Scotland recorded
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