Path To Getting Medication For Monkeypox Has Multiple Obstacles

The video discusses the antiviral drug Tpox, used for treating monkeypox, and its mechanism of action. Although Tpox is FDA-approved for smallpox, it is still investigational for monkeypox, leading to regulatory challenges and extensive paperwork for prescriptions. The video also covers how monkeypox spreads through skin contact, respiratory droplets, and contaminated materials, highlighting the importance of early testing and treatment. Lastly, it touches on the implications of a public health emergency declaration, which could free up resources to manage the outbreak more effectively.

What does the latest CDC data indicate about tpox prescriptions for monkeypox?

What are the symptoms that indicate a person may have monkeypox?