ScienceAugust 10, 2026

mpox

EM-poks

Definition

A viral disease caused by the mpox virus, formerly known as monkeypox, characterized by a rash and flu-like symptoms.

Etymology

The name was adopted in 2022 as a renaming of the older term 'monkeypox' to reduce stigma and discriminatory language associated with the virus's historical name. The 'mp' represents a phonetic shortening of the original name.

In the news

The article discusses the EPA's updated guidance for disinfectants effective against the mpox virus, highlighting the agency's efforts to manage viral outbreaks. It is used here to identify the specific pathogen that public health and environmental regulations are currently targeting.

EPA Extends Emerging Viral Pathogen Guidance for the Mpox Virus

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Bergeson & Campbell

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