Publications by authors named "Mary Joung Choi"
Monkeypox (mpox) cases in the 2022 outbreak have primarily occurred among adult gay, bisexual, and other men who have sex with men (MSM); however, other populations have also been affected (1). To date, data on mpox in cisgender women and pregnant persons have been limited. Understanding transmission in these populations is critical for mpox prevention.
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- In 2017, a multistate investigation confirmed Seoul virus (SEOV) infections in both humans and pet rats, with 147 humans and 897 rats tested across multiple states.
- Seven reported symptoms, with three requiring hospitalization, but all recovered; the study identified significant correlations between human infections and rat antibody/virus presence.
- Genomic analysis showed a high similarity of SEOV strains, highlighting transmission through the trade of pet rats, leading to recommendations for enhanced prevention measures among pet rat owners and public health officials.