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The ways monkeypox can be spread are through sexual contact, direct contact with the rash or scabs caused by monkey pox, or clothing that has had contact with the infected areas. The rash looks like blisters or pimples, there are flu-like symptoms that go along with having monkey pox. If someone has a new or unexplained rash or other symptoms they should avoid close contact, including sex until they can be evaluated by a health care provider. The CDC says there are 38 known cases in Ohio.