Information and advice for preparedness, response and risk communication for Mpox (formerly known as monkeypox):
Advice from HEALTHY GATEWAYS for cruise operators:
Interim guidance from the EU HEALTHY GATEWAYS Joint Action working group for: cruise ship operators for preparedness and response to the multicounty outbreak of mpox (Version 1 – September 2022): https://www.healthygateways.eu/Portals/0/plcdocs/MPX_guidance_V.06.09.2022_F.pdf?ver=2022-09-16-142809-780
Advice presents options for prevention, protective and control measures in the context of the mpox outbreak (2022-2023) specifically for cruise ships on themed cruises/voyages characterized by high levels of intimate close contact, as well as considerations for general cruise ship travel in the context of the outbreak.
Information and advice from the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC):
General information on mpox symptoms, transmission, treatment, protective measures, risk communication and community engagement
- Mpox
- Risk communication and community engagement resources for mpox
- Mpox outbreak: Resource toolkit for event organisers
- Graphics for mpox
- Resources for health professionals
Information and advice from the World Health Organization (WHO):
General information on mpox symptoms, transmission, treatment and protective measures
- Mpox fact sheet and mpox Q&A
- Mpox (monkeypox) outbreak
- Mpox outbreak toolbox: provides key reference documents, case definitions, guidance for laboratory confirmation, response tools, training and public health advice
- Mpox resource toolkit: Joint WHO Regional Office for Europe/ECDC Monkeypox Resource toolkit to support national authorities and event organisers in their planning and coordination of mass and large gathering events
- Catalogue of resources on mpox mass and large gathering event preparedness
- Public advice to prevent illness and stay healthy