Reemergence of Clade IIb–Associated Mpox, Germany, July–December 2023

Abstract

In July 2023, clade IIb–associated mpox reemerged in Germany at low levels, mainly affecting men who have sex with men. We report a representative case and phylogeny of available genome sequences. Our findings underscore the need for standardized surveillance and indication-based vaccination to limit transmission and help prevent endemicity.

Keywords

• Mpox
• dermatology
• sexually transmitted infections
• surveillance
• genomic surveillance
• epidemiology