For the first time
Monkey box is a rare disease that is spreading around the world. The disease, which spreads from wildlife in Africa, was first diagnosed in monkeys in 1958. Thus, it is called Monkeybox. People with this condition, like psoriasis, develop blisters on the skin. Victims will have symptoms such as fever, headache, muscle aches, back pain, and tremors after 21 days.
13 people
The disease is spreading rapidly in European countries. Seven people in the UK have been diagnosed with monkey box disease. Some have been infected in Portugal and Spain. In the United States, one person has been diagnosed with monkey box disease. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said he was being treated at a hospital. Meanwhile, in Montreal, Canada, 13 people have been reported to be suffering from monkey box disease.