Introduction: Mpox is an infectious disease that has led to a global outbreak in many African countries since 2022 and continues spreading globally to this day. Mpox spreads from close contacts, such as skin to skin, mouth to mouth, mouth to skin, and face to face. According to the WHO, the current outbreak in Central Africa and now in the U.S. has been classified as a public health emergency. Since November 2024, 391 people in New York City have tested positive for Mpox.
This Disaster Response Plan provides a strategic and comprehensive framework for public health response and action to halt the spread of Mpox and reduce the disease burden at all levels throughout New York City.