Group 1:

A way the world has actively worked on preventing stigma is by changing the name of the virus from "Monkey Pox" to "Mpox.” Using more inclusive terminology (such as "men who have sex with men") has also reduced stigme. Vaccines are still being developed with different options for various groups. Vaccine distribution focuses on higher risk areas as a form of prevention. Global health organizations are working on increased vaccine dispersal. The world is trying to reduce stigma related to the Mpox virus by changing its name and using more inclusive language. Vaccines are being developed and distributed in higher risk areas to prevent the spread of the virus. The 2022 Mpox outbreak highlights the need for better waste management techniques and the role of WHO in global health emergencies.

Group 2:

Our graphical abstract summarizes some of the main points about Mpox and the most recent Mpox outbreak that occurred in 2022.  It first shows the way Mpox is thought to come from small mammals in west and central Africa.  Our graphic shows that it is transmitted to humans and can spread through contact with infected areas and bodily fluids.  The next part of our graphic includes the symptoms of Mpox and states that there is currently no specific treatment for the virus.  The last part of the graphic shows vaccine distribution within the United States and it includes a graph with the number of cases in the Americas.  

Group 3:

The graphical abstract above shows how wastewater analysis can be used to detect disease presence in a community. It includes historical facts about wastewater analysis and how it’s likely to be used in the future. The abstract also provides a very brief overview of what exactly wastewater analysis is. There are pictures that correlate with each of the blurbs we have included.

Group 4:

In the image depicted above, it illustrates the progression of symptoms of mpox along with how to help prevent contraction of the virus. Although the most noticeable symptoms of mpox is the rash, some other common symptoms can include headache, fever, muscle aches, and swollen lymph nodes. As described in the image, the rash that is associated with mpox progresses from macule, to papule, to vesicle, to pustule, to scabs and eventually healed. To help prevent contraction of mpox, vaccines are available to prevent the spread and help lessen the symptoms. Avoiding close contact with anyone who is a suspected of confirmed mpox case can also help to prevent contraction of the virus.