The number of confirmed cases of smallpox in the UK has risen to 78, according to health officials.
Seven new cases were identified in England, with a total of 77, according to the UK Health Safety Agency (UKHSA).
Public Health Scotland confirmed on Monday that it had identified a case of smallpox.
No cases have been identified in Wales or Northern Ireland until 24 May.
Despite the increase in cases, the risk to the UK population remains low.
Anyone with unusual rashes or injuries to the body should contact NHS 111 or the local sexual health service immediately.
The virus, which is commonly endemic to Africa, has been found in 19 countries in the latest outbreak, the World Health Organization said.
It is spreading across the UK via community transmission, with infections being detected daily.
Continental experts have warned that there is a risk that the rare virus could be transmitted from humans to pets and then into wildlife and become endemic in Europe.
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A significant proportion of the cases identified so far have been between gay or bisexual people or men who have sex with men.
Dr Susan Hopkins, UKHSA’s chief medical adviser, said: “We continue to detect new cases of monkeypox rapidly through our extensive surveillance network and NHS services.
“If someone suspects that they may have rashes or injuries on any part of their body, especially if they have recently had a new sexual relationship, they should limit their contact with other people and contact NHS 111 or their local health service. sex as soon as possible, but please call before attending in person “.
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UKHSA Health Protection Teams are contacting people considered to be high-risk contacts for confirmed cases and advise those who have been assessed and are well insulated at home for up to 21 days. .
In addition, the UKHSA has purchased supplies of a safe smallpox vaccine and offered it to close contacts of those diagnosed with smallpox to reduce the risk of symptomatic infection and serious illness.