Mpox Isn’t Over: What You Need to Know in 2025

Mpox (formerly known as monkeypox) is a viral infection that causes fever, swollen lymph nodes, and a painful rash. While U.S. cases dropped significantly after the 2022–2023 outbreak, mpox remains a global public health emergency, with continued transmission worldwide and low-level spread in the U.S.

As of mid-2025, the U.S. averages about 60 new mpox cases per week, primarily among unvaccinated or partially vaccinated gay, bisexual, and other men who have sex with men. The World Health Organization continues to classify mpox as a Public Health Emergency of International Concern, especially with over 79,000 cases and 578 deaths reported in 23 African countries this year alone.

Vaccination with the JYNNEOS vaccine is strongly encouraged for those at higher risk — including certain LGBTQ+ individuals, people recently diagnosed with STIs, sex workers, and healthcare or lab workers exposed to orthopoxviruses. Early symptom recognition and access to care remain key to prevention.

Mpox may no longer dominate headlines, but it hasn't disappeared. Staying informed and protected is essential in 2025.

I’m beyond excited to share that The Men's Preventive Health Guide is now available!

This book has truly been a labor of love, built from long nights, early mornings, and years of conversations with my patients, friends, and loved ones about the importance of men’s health.

As the New Year rapidly approaches, this is the perfect time to reflect on the previous year and begin goal setting for the New Year. The start of a new year often brings a wave of optimism and a desire for positive change. One effective way that I personally channel this enthusiasm is by setting SMART goals. SMART is an acronym that stands for Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound. Let's delve into why these goals are a game-changer for those seeking success in the coming year.

As someone whose favorite holiday is Thanksgiving, I used to think that I should just eat whatever and however much I wanted on Thanksgiving Day, because “it’s only one day, right?”. But then I had a “heart to heart” with myself, which I do quite often actually, and asked, “is it really only one day?” I realized that I was often continuing to eat the cornbread dressing, yams, honey baked ham, sweet potato pie, and red velvet cake for days after Thanksgiving ended. So, I opted to try a different approach.

Vegetable oil is undoubtedly a common, budget-friendly choice, and probably used to make some of the best fried chicken I've ever had. However, it's essential to be aware that it does come with a set of drawbacks that we shouldn't overlook, such as increasing inflammation in the body, promoting weight gain, and increasing the risk of mood disorders, such as depression and anxiety. Let's explore 4 intriguing alternatives.

Are you drinking enough water every day? Dr. Leo Moore explains why drinking water is important, ways to calculate your water intake needs, and how to know if you’re drinking enough water each day.

America has a [sleep] problem. Read this article to learn the benefits of getting adequate sleep, ways to know if you are sleeping enough each night, and tips to improve your sleep.

Learn more about Dr. Leo Moore with these 5 Fun Facts.