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
Information and advice from the World Health Organization (WHO):
General information on mpox symptoms, transmission, treatment and protective measures