People who have not been vaccinated against monkey pox or who have not previously had the infection are at risk of contracting the virus. Additionally, those who are immunocompromised, have a weakened immune system, or are underweight may be more susceptible to the infection.
Recently, there have been several outbreaks of monkey pox in West and Central African countries, and it is possible for it to spread from one human to another, as well as be transmitted from animals. Therefore, anyone living in or visiting an area where the disease is reportable is at risk.