在英国的一名旅行者身上发现了一种新型的mpox菌株, A new mpox strain, combining two clades, was found in a traveler in England, prompting health alerts.

英国卫生官员在一位最近从亚洲返回的人身上发现了一种新的复合性mpox菌株, 结合了Ib和IIb类的遗传物质. UK health officials have identified a new recombinant mpox strain in a person recently returned from Asia, combining genetic material from clades Ib and IIb. 联合王国卫生安全局通过基因组测试确认了调查结果,并正在评价其传播性、严重程度和对疫苗的潜在影响。 The UK Health Security Agency confirmed the finding through genomic testing and is evaluating its transmissibility, severity, and potential impact on vaccines. 虽然没有关于普遍传播的报告,但专家们告诫说,全球持续蔓延增加了病毒进一步演变的风险。 While no widespread transmission has been reported, experts caution that ongoing global spread raises the risk of further viral evolution. 接种疫苗仍然非常有效,提供75-80%的防重病保护,并建议高危群体接种。 Vaccination remains highly effective, providing 75–80% protection against severe disease, and is recommended for high-risk groups. 当局强调对最近旅行或有症状的任何人保持警惕、早期发现和进行联系追查。 Authorities emphasize vigilance, early detection, and contact tracing for anyone with recent travel or symptoms.