April 8, 2025, 5:22 pm
Two articles examine a recent uptick in mpox virus cases in British Columbia which has prompted health officials to urge vulnerable populations to get vaccinated promptly. One report from Vancouver Coastal Health notes a concerning rise in cases, while the other emphasizes vaccination as the most effective tool to prevent further spread. The stories stress early intervention and community health measures, highlighting public health initiatives designed to curtail the outbreak and safeguard at‐risk groups.
Health officials in B.C.'s Lower Mainland are urging people at risk of Mpox to get fully vaccinated amid an uptick in new cases.
VANCOUVER - Vancouver Coastal Health says there's been a recent spike in mpox, the viral infection also known as monkeypox.
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