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Monkeypox in Mallorca: Clade I detected – how worried should we really be?

Monkeypox in Mallorca: What Clade I Means for Residents

Clade I has been detected in Mallorca, but case numbers remain low. What residents should know about the current risk.

Published: April 22, 2026
Monkeypox in Mallorca: Clade I detected – how worried should we really be?

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How worried should people in Mallorca be about monkeypox now that Clade I has been detected?

The detection of Clade I in Mallorca is a reason to stay alert, but not to panic. The number of confirmed cases in the Balearic Islands remains low, and authorities say the illness has not shown more severe courses here than previously known variants. Good information, early testing and sensible precautions matter more than alarm.

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