Eleven new cases of monkey smallpox confirmed in the United Kingdom

Doctors have said the danger to the general population is low, but the British have been asked to be cautious.

The U.K. Health Security Agency (UKHSA) is currently contacting people considered to be high-risk contacts of confirmed cases, writes The Sun, broadcast Klankosova.tv.

Those estimated to be in danger have been isolated for 21 days in order to avoid the spread of the virus.

In contrast, of 190 cases, four have been confirmed in Scotland, two in Northern Ireland, and one in Wales.