California Governor Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency in the state Monday over the current monkeypox outbreak.
"California is working urgently at all levels of government to slow the spread of monkeypox.
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In a statement, Newsom said it was issued to help state health departments ramp up vaccination, education and awareness efforts in response to the virus.
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He continued, "We will work with the federal government to secure more vaccines, raise awareness about risk reduction, and stand up to the LGBTQ community in the fight against stigma."