A further two cases of Monkeypox have been identified in Scotland, taking the total to 12, health experts have confirmed.
On Monday, the total in the country stood at ten, although UK-wide, the number had surpassed the 300 mark.
Public Health Scotland have now issued a new update that as of 12pm on Thursday there have been 12 laboratory-confirmed cases of Monkeypox in Scotland.
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The Record reports that anyone who has been infected with the potentially life-threatening disease is being issued with advice and vaccines, if necessary.
A Public Health Scotland spokesperson said: "The individuals are receiving care and treatment appropriate to their condition in line with nationally agreed protocols and guidance.
"Close contacts of the cases are being identified and provided with health information, advice and, where appropriate, vaccine.
"Public Health Scotland (PHS) has been working closely with NHS Boards and other partners to raise awareness of the disease and ensure services are ready to respond."
There are now 366 confirmed cases throughout the UK and people infected are being asked to isolate.
The UK Health Security Agency issued guidance yesterday urging confirmed cases to eat and sleep in a different room from those they live with if possible.
It stated: "Where the use of a separate room isn't possible, cases should avoid physical contact and keep at least 3 steps (1 metre) away from all household members.
"It is particularly important that they avoid close contact with young children, pregnant women and immunosuppressed people as they may be at higher risk of serious illness."
Monkeypox is a viral infection only recently detected in the UK.
It is normally a sexually-transmitted infection, but it can also be contracted through touching bedding, towels or clothing that has been in contact with someone who has a Monkeypox-type rash.
