No cases of monkeypox have been detected in the South West, health authorities have confirmed.
This comes after it was confirmed a case of the monkeypox has been identified in Wales, with cases across the UK now having hit 80. Health authorities are asking that anyone with unusual rashes or lesions on any part of their body should immediately contact NHS 111 or their local sexual health service, but people are asked to phone ahead before attending in person.
The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) said that "a notable proportion" of the cases identified to date have been among people who are gay, bisexual and men who have sex with men (MSM). The body is asking these groups in particular to be aware of the symptoms, particularly if they have recently had a new sexual partner.
