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Chicago Sun-Times
Chicago Sun-Times
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Violet Miller

Seven new mpox cases diagnosed in Chicago area

The mpox virus has seen a “resurgence” in the Chicago area, according to Howard Brown Health, which has diagnosed seven new cases since April 17. (Associated Press)

Seven new cases of mpox have been diagnosed by Howard Brown Health in the Chicago area since April 17, a significant increase, according to a Friday statement from the healthcare group. 

In the three months leading up to April 17, Howard Brown said it had identified one case compared to seven, calling the new cases a “resurgence” of the virus. Results from several tests administered in the last few weeks are still pending.

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