Monkeypox, a rare viral infection, is appearing in small but increasing numbers in Europe.
While the disease is rarely fatal to humans, it has prompted some countries to introduce precautions and restrictions in order to limit the spread.
What is monkeypox and how does it spread?
Monkeypox is a viral infection that was first found in monkeys. It does not usually spread easily between people. It can, however, be transmitted by close physical contact through lesions and body fluids. Like coronavirus, it can also be passed through respiratory droplets, the only similarity found between the diseases so far.
The NHS has issued a warning that the disease can be caught by eating the
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