Monkeypox raises concerns among Lynchburg parents

JULY 25, 2022

LYNCHBURG, VA || Monkeypox virus outbreak was reported in Lynchburg, Va (72 CASES) and the neighboring areas today.

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According to the CDC, some ways to prevent monkeypox include avoiding contact with someone who has been infected; washing your hands regularly; and not touching clothing, bedding, or towels that someone infected has touched.

The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) reported a total of 72 probable monkeypox cases — referred to as “orthopoxvirus” on the VDH dashboard — and confirmed monkeypox cases around the Commonwealth as of Monday, July 25. Of those 72 cases, officials say that 54 are from northern Virginia, 10 are from eastern Virginia, four are from northwest Virginia, two are from southwest Virginia, and two are from central Virginia.

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Monkeypox At a glance in Virginia

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Sam Johnson, Chief Academic Officer 

Lynchburg, VA City Schools

We send thoughts of safety to SAM during this epidemic in Lynchburg, VA.  He has just joined the Department of Education.