Mifepristone, the FDA-approved abortion drug, might also treat conditions like cancer and PTSD. Proving it works in a post-Roe landscape could be a challenge.
There have been over 170 diagnoses of monkeypox in the U.S. since the outbreak began in early May. The vast majority of cases are among gay and bisexual men.
Monkeypox vaccinations were administered for the first time in New York City today for those at high risk – gay or bisexual men who have had multiple partners in the last two weeks. The one clinic in Manhattan giving out shots was overwhelmed by demand and closed its doors to walk-ins by midday.
Monkeypox cases have been disproportionately reported among men who have sex with men, prompting health authorities to expand vaccine access to people at high risk.