MPOC Outbreak: Understanding Transmission and Response

This chapter explores the history and dynamics of MPOC (formerly monkeypox), with a particular emphasis on its recent classification as a global health emergency. It discusses the evolution of the virus, including the emergence of more virulent clade 1B, and highlights the social and public health challenges posed by its spread within vulnerable populations. The chapter also addresses the response from health organizations and the importance of vaccinations and behavior modifications in controlling the outbreak.