Infection and Vaccine-Induced Immunity Drive Decline of Mpox in the Netherlands

Infection and Vaccine-Induced Immunity Drive Decline of Mpox in the Netherlands

Immunity gained through infections and post-exposure vaccinations rather than preventive measures has significantly reduced mpox transmission in the Netherlands in 2022. This conclusion comes from recent research by the Dutch National Institute for Public Health and the Environment (RIVM), published in Eurosurveillance. The study also highlights the potential impact of behavioral changes. Mpox Cases in …

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