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Monkeypox outbreak in the Tel Aviv District, Israel, 2022
Rivka Sheffer1, Michal Savion1, Naama Nuss1
1Tel Aviv District Health Office, Ministry of Health, Israel.
Summary
The first local transmission of monkeypox (MPX) in Israel involved 203 cases, primarily among men who have sex with men in Tel Aviv. Public health efforts, including vaccination, helped reduce MPX rates.
Area of Science:
- Epidemiology
- Infectious Diseases
- Public Health
Background:
- Monkeypox (MPX) outbreaks have emerged globally.
- Understanding local transmission dynamics is crucial for effective control.
- Israel reported its first ongoing local MPX transmission in 2022.
Purpose of the Study:
- To document the initial wave of monkeypox (MPX) transmission in Israel.
- To analyze the epidemiological and clinical characteristics of MPX cases in the Tel Aviv District.
- To inform public health strategies for MPX prevention and control.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective analysis of 203 MPX cases reported in the Tel Aviv District (May-September 2022).
- Epidemiological and clinical data collection through case notification and follow-up.
- Verification of infection sources and identification of potential contacts.
Main Results:
- All 203 cases were male, with 96% among men who have sex with men.
- The majority (84%) resided in Tel Aviv city; median age was 35 years.
- The disease was self-limiting in all cases, including one healthcare worker.
Conclusions:
- A public health campaign combining vaccination for high-risk groups reduced MPX incidence.
- Enhanced surveillance and targeted prevention strategies are essential for susceptible populations.
- Effective MPX control requires ongoing monitoring and community engagement.
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