New cases of monkeypox were reported in the state for the first time since April. Those at high risk are encouraged to get vaccinated.

Wake County Public Health is hosting a walk-in vaccination event on Saturday, Aug. 6, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Wake County Public Health Center at 10 Sunnybrook Rd. in Raleigh. “We’re hearing from residents who are anxious to receive the vaccine, so our team has mobilized quickly to hold this no-cost event […]

The Department of Health and Human Services briefed on Thursday (Aug. 4) that Monkeypox is now a national public health emergency.