Toronto Public Health says mpox cases on the rise, urges vaccine for those eligible - Toronto Star

TorontoToronto public health officials say they are seeing a rise in mpox infections in the city and are urging eligible residents to get vaccinated. Public health unit says 14 cases confirmed since September, but risk to public remains lowThe Canadian Press · Posted: Oct 05, 2026 2:31 PM EDT | Last Updated: October 5Listen to this articleEstimated 1 minuteThe audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results. Toronto Public Health says 14 cases of mpox have been confirmed since September, and wastewater monitoring by the Public Health Agency of Canada has also 'consistently detected mpox' in the city. (Graham Hughes/The Canadian Press)Toronto public health officials say they are seeing a rise in mpox infections in the city and are urging eligible residents to get vaccinated. Toronto Public Health says 14 cases of the viral illness have been confirmed since September, and wastewater monitoring by the Public Health Agency of Canada has also "consistently detected mpox" in the city.

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