4 cases of monkeypox confirmed in Alberta

Alberta has now confirmed four cases of monkeypox. The province’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Deena Hinshaw made the announcement during Thursday’s COVID-19 press conference. “These adult individuals are self isolating, and I want to express my appreciation for their assistance with contact tracing and investigation,” she said. Hinshaw says the overall risk of developing monkeypox in Alberta is low.  This is a developing story; more to come.