"People, Not Vaccines, Turned Back Mpox: Study"

A new analysis suggests that the 2022 mpox outbreak was largely curbed by behavioral changes among gay and bisexual men, rather than vaccination, with individuals altering their behavior to reduce transmission. While vaccines are important, the study highlights the power of public health messaging and behavior modification in controlling epidemics, especially when vaccines are not readily available. However, experts emphasize that vaccinations are still crucial for preventing outbreaks from resurging once normal routines resume.