Texas reports first death of person with monkeypox in U.S.

• The agency confirmed the person was an adult but did not disclose further details.
• It is the first death of someone diagnosed with the virus in Texas, the press release added.

What they're saying: "Monkeypox is a serious disease, particularly for those with weakened immune systems," John Hellerstedt, DSHS Commissioner, said in the press release.

• "We continue to urge people to seek treatment if they have been exposed to monkeypox or have symptoms consistent with the disease," he added.

The big picture: The Biden administration declared the monkeypox outbreak a public health emergency earlier this month.

• Last month Spain and Brazil reported the first monkeypox-related deaths outside of Africa during the current outbreak.
• The U.S. has been contending with a limited supply of the monkeypox vaccine. To that end, the Biden administration struck an $11 million deal on Monday to support the domestic packaging of the vaccine and bolster supplies.