{"id":20499,"date":"2024-08-19T11:45:00","date_gmt":"2024-08-19T08:45:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.erotic-africa.com\/?p=20499"},"modified":"2024-08-20T10:16:39","modified_gmt":"2024-08-20T07:16:39","slug":"how-to-practice-safe-sex-during-monkeypox-mpox-outbreak","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.erotic-africa.com\/fr\/how-to-practice-safe-sex-during-monkeypox-mpox-outbreak\/","title":{"rendered":"Comment pratiquer des rapports sexuels prot\u00e9g\u00e9s pendant une \u00e9pid\u00e9mie de variole du singe (MPOX)"},"content":{"rendered":"Reading Time: <\/span> 5<\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span>

A recent pox outbreak (previously known as monkeypox) has prompted researchers to investigate how the virus is transmitted. Once largely confined to Africa, mpox is similar to smallpox. As of June 17, 2022, over 2,520 cases have been reported in 37 countries where the virus was previously uncommon, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). In response to its expanded reach and to address the stigma associated with its African origins, the World Health Organization (WHO) is considering a name change for the virus.<\/p>\n

This year, the majority of cases have been reported in the United Kingdom, primarily among men who have sex with men (MSM). It is crucial to recognize that this is the first significant outbreak of mpox predominantly affecting this group, but the virus can infect anyone, not just MSM.<\/p>\n

Researchers suggest that the virus may spread through social gatherings, sexual activity, and close skin-to-skin contact.<\/a> Infectious disease expert Dr Steven Gordon discusses the potential modes of transmission and emphasizes the importance of practising safe sex during outbreaks to reduce the spread of mpox.<\/p>\n

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The risk of mpox is not limited to sexually active individuals or men who have sex with men. Anyone who has close contact with an infected person or has multiple sexual partners is at risk.<\/p>\n

During the 2022\/2023 multi-country outbreak, most cases were reported among gay, bisexual, and other men who have sex with men. This group may be at higher risk if they engage in close contact or sexual activity with someone who is infected. Raising awareness within these communities is crucial for protection. If you are a man who has sex with men, be aware of your risk and take protective measures. Anyone with symptoms of mpox should seek medical advice promptly for testing and treatment.<\/p>\n

Sex workers and their clients are also at risk. Engaging with sex worker organizations to raise awareness and ensure protection is vital for preventing mpox outbreaks.<\/p>\n

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