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Dr. Susan Hassig: Monkeypox can be painful for anyone, and the risk of spreading the infection on their own bodies is a particular concern with children

August 9, 2022

Most people are aware of Monkeypox, and as students head back to school, many parents are concerned of the potential effects it may have on our kids. Dr. Susan Hassig, associate professor and director of epidemiology at Tulane University, explains how monkeypox infections spread and what to do if a child shows symptoms of monkeypox.