California reports first local cases of more severe, easily transmitted mpox strain

TL;DR
Two Californians have been diagnosed with a new strain of mpox, potentially indicating local transmission, but the risk to the public remains low; health officials are investigating further amid concerns about community spread.
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- Mpox strain that may be more severe and easily spread is found in L.A. County for first time Los Angeles Times
- L.A. County reports first local case of more severe, easier transmitted Mpox strain KTLA
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