Mpox has no link to HIV — infectious disease expert

Sep 2, 2024 | 0 comments

Story by GISELLE OMBAY,GMA Integrated News

While some mpox cases have also tested positive for the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), infectious disease expert Dr. Rontgene Solante clarified Sunday that there is no actual connection between the two viruses.

Solante, however, pointed out that those who engage in such sexual behaviors are at “high risk” of getting mpox, as the virus can be transferred via close and intimate, skin-to-skin contact.

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