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1. Consider the following statements about Monkeypox:

Monkeypox is caused by a virus from the same family as the smallpox virus.
Human-to-human transmission of Monkeypox is primarily through respiratory droplets, but it can also spread through contact with infected animals.
Monkeypox has a lower mortality rate compared to smallpox, but it has a higher rate of severe complications in immunocompromised individuals.
A vaccine specifically developed for Monkeypox has been widely administered in endemic regions to control outbreaks.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Preliminary exam General Studies September 09, 2024