Have you heard these four myths about mpox?

One of the conspiracy theories going around about mpox is that a cure exists, but it is not being made available. However, there is currently no cure for mpox; patients are usually given supportive treatment until their body fights off the infection by itself. — AFP

An mpox outbreak spreading across several African countries, which the World Health Organization (WHO) has called a global emergency, has caused a spike in online disinformation about the viral disease.

Here are some common myths that have been circulating virtually: