LA County is investigating a possible local spread of mpox, with the latest case being an adult who was hospitalized and is now recovering at home.
The other two cases were recently reported by L.A County and Long Beach, but officials say there is no link between the cases at this time.
These local cases of clade I mpox are significant and warrant further investigation.
No link between the cases at this time
Author's summary: Mpox cases rise in LA County with third severe case reported.