👉 Horsepox is a disease caused by the horsepox virus. It can be transmitted from one person to another through contact with infected skin or mucous membranes of an infected animal, such as horses, goats, and mule-drawn carriages. The virus is highly contagious and can lead to severe symptoms including fever, rash, and bleeding gums. It is important for individuals who have not been vaccinated against horsepox to get vaccinated before traveling to areas where the disease is present.