Thursday, February 19, 2026

The Stigmatisation of Men Who Have Sex With Men in the Spread of Mpox: Are We Repeating the Mistakes of HIV?

Authors: Bermejo-Martínez D, Castro-Sánchez E, Marqués-Sánchez P.

DOI: 10.1002/nop2.70370

Abstract Summary

The 2022 mpox outbreak primarily affected men who have sex with men, prompting targeted interventions. However, this focus risks stigmatization similar to the HIV/AIDS crisis. This editorial advocates for balanced public health strategies that address high-risk groups while avoiding prejudice through inclusive prevention, community empowerment, and broad collaboration.

Why Brain? 🧠

This editorial warns that focusing mpox messaging on men who have sex with men risks repeating HIV-era stigmatization, urging inclusive public health strategies that address high-risk groups without reinforcing harmful prejudices.

Study Limitations:

Study limitations were not specified in the abstract.

License: cc by.


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