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Tennessee investigating state's first case of monkeypox virus
https://www.localmemphis.com/article/news/health/tennessee-monkeypox-infection/522-2d1f77fd-7903-4a86-8c2b-7e31145f2c1cThe Metro Public Health Department in Nashville said the case is someone who recently traveled to a country which reported monkeypox cases.
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The Metro Public Health Department in Nashville said Thursday they are investigating a case of monkeypox virus infection in a Davidson County resident.
According to the health department, this person recently traveled to a country where monkeypox is present, and is isolating at home.
More at link.
Ps - Arkansas reported 1st case yesterday.
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Dr. Ding posted to Twitter it is likely that monkeypox is airborne & can hang in air for up to 90 hrs.
Stay safe, Doc! 
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