Monkeypox Virus Health Alert
Health Alert: Monkeypox Virus
The University Health Center is monitoring the public health declaration of the Monkeypox virus. We are working to monitor the situation and provide relevant information to the Island community.
Symptoms include:
- Fever
- Headache
- Muscle aches and backache
- Swollen lymph nodes
- Chills
- Exhaustion
- A rash that can look like pimples or blisters on the face, inside the mouth, hands, feet, chest, genitals, or anus
Prevention measures include:
- Avoid close skin-to-skin contact with people who have a rash that might look like Monkeypox.
- Do not kiss, hug, cuddle, or have sex with anyone who has Monkeypox or a rash that might look like Monkeypox.
- Do not share eating utensils or cups with anyone who has Monkeypox or a rash that might look like Monkeypox.
- Do not handle or touch the bedding, towels, or clothing of anyone who has Monkeypox or a rash that might look like Monkeypox.
- Wash your hands often with soap and water or use an alcohol-based sanitizer.
For more information visit the Centers for Disease Control website.