(Des Moines, IA) — The state of Iowa has about six-hundred doses of monkeypox vaccine. Due to the limited supply, officials say those who’ve been exposed to the virus are being prioritized for vaccination. The vaccine can prevent or limit the severity of an infection. Doctor Aneesa Afroze of Mercy-One in Des Moines says they have one patient with symptoms consistent with monkeypox and they’re awaiting test results. People with monkeypox may have a fever, chills or a rash. Six cases of monkeypox have been confirmed in Iowa, according to the Centers for Disease Control.
Six Cases Of Monkeypox Have Been Confirmed In Iowa
Jul 25, 2022 | 10:45 AM
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