August 7: U.S. declares mpox a public health emergency

Written By Sarah Jester

Health and rhetoric experts convene to address stigma and discuss how to protect the LGBTQ+ community. WHO notes that in endemic nations, outbreaks affect the full population, not just members of the LGBTQ+ community. The White House appoints an mpox coordinator to manage health initiatives. Europe reports first two fatal cases of mpox.

Sarah Jester
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