Alberta confirms first case of monkeypox

Alberta's top doctor has reported that the province confirmed its first case of monkeypox. Dr. Deena Hinshaw made the announcement on Twitter Thursday afternoon, saying it is an "isolated case" and that the individual had "close contact" with a "known case" outside Alberta. They are now self-isolating and are working with Alberta Health to enable contact tracing, Hinshaw added. "Monkeypox is a rare disease that can cause fevers, aches, and rashes," Hinshaw said. "Though monkeypox is uncommon and