Scotland now has 12 confirmed cases of Monkeypox, health experts reported today.
Public Health Scotland say as of 12pm on Thursday June 9, there have been 12 laboratory-confirmed cases of monkeypox reported in Scotland.
Anyone who has been infected and is now in Scotland are being issued with advice and vaccines, if necessary.
A Public Health Scotland spokesperson said: "The individuals are receiving care and treatment appropriate to their condition in line with nationally agreed protocols and guidance.
"Close contacts of the cases are being identified and provided with health information, advice and, where appropriate, vaccine.
"Public Health Scotland (PHS) has been working closely with NHS Boards and other partners to raise awareness of the disease and ensure services are ready to respond."
There are now 366 confirmed cases throughout the UK and people infected are being asked to isolate.
The UK Health Security Agency issued guidance yesterday urging confirmed cases to eat and sleep in a different room from those they live with if possible.
It stated: "Where the use of a separate room isn't possible, cases should avoid physical contact and keep at least 3 steps (1 metre) away from all household members.
"It is particularly important that they avoid close contact with young children, pregnant women and immunosuppressed people as they may be at higher risk of serious illness."
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