.Mpox (monkeypox).elombatd@who.int.Tue, 20/08/2024 - 09:08.Find out more concerning Mpox (monkeypox) Mpox (monkeypox) is a contagious illness caused by the monkeypox virus. It may lead to an unpleasant breakout, enlarged lymph nodules and fever. Most individuals fully recover, however some receive really sick.