ALT Ceri Smith, Head of Policy at Terrence Higgins Trust, said: “While ten new mpox cases may seem small scale, it’s important to react quickly to ensure we don’t see another wave. That means ensuring the mpox vaccination programme for gay and bisexual men is extended – the current offer for mpox vaccination is due to be wound down at the end of July. “We also echo the UK Health Security Agency’s call for vigilance, particularly among gay and bisexual men which is the group most affected by mpox. That means being aware of the signs and symptoms, getting both doses of the vaccine and getting tested if you think you might have mpox. Concerningly, figures show that only half of people who have had their first vaccine dose have also had their second. It’s important to have both doses for maximum protection. Especially as we approach Pride events and other festivals both here in the UK and in Europe, which was a factor in mpox’s spread last summer.”