New strain of Mpox 'Clade 1' has arrived in America, know how dangerous this virus is

The first case of Mpox Clade 1 Strain has been reported in the United States state of California. Let us tell you, this is a more contagious form of Mpox. However, the US Department of Health (CDC) says that the general public does not need to be afraid too much. According to the CDC, the affected person is now recovering and is isolated at home. In such a situation, now the health department is working closely with the state and local health departments to trace possible contacts so that further spread of the infection can be prevented. Let us tell you how dangerous is the Clade 1 strain of Mpox.

How dangerous is the new strain of ampox?

There are several different strains or variants of the ampox virus. The Clade 1 strain is one of them. Scientists believe this strain is more contagious than other strains and may cause more severe disease. This means it can spread more easily from person to person. In addition, the symptoms of Clade 1 infection can also be more severe. However, all cases of ampox can be treated and most people make a full recovery.

How does the Ampox virus spread?

The monkeypox virus can be spread through close contact such as touching, kissing or sexual activity, as well as through contaminated items such as sheets, clothing and needles. Initial symptoms usually include fever, chills, headache, muscle weakness and tiredness, followed by a painful or itchy rash that turns into raised sores and eventually heals over a few weeks.

Clade 1 vs Clade 2

Clade 1 strains are associated with more severe disease than clade II strains. This strain has been active in the US since the large outbreaks in 2022 and 2023. While the US is mainly dealing with clade II cases, recent African outbreaks have been caused by clade I, which is known for its high risk. This shows that different strains of the disease can spread with different severity in different geographic areas.