Mpox Remains a Global Health Emergency, Says WHO 😷🌍
The World Health Organization (WHO) announced that the mpox outbreak continues to be a public health emergency. Find out why this matters.
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First U.S. Case of New Mpox Variant Detected in Traveler 🧳
U.S. health officials report the first case of a new mpox variant in a traveler returning from eastern Africa. The patient is recovering, and the risk to the public is low.
🌍 Congo Launches First Mpox Vaccination Campaign! 💉
🌍 Congo has launched its first mpox vaccination campaign to combat an outbreak spreading across Africa. Health workers in Goma are leading the charge with 265,000 doses ready to go! 💉
Congo Rolls Out First Mpox Vaccinations to Combat Outbreak 🎉💉
The Democratic Republic of the Congo has launched its first mpox vaccination campaign, marking a crucial step in combating an outbreak affecting Africa this year.
WHO Gives Green Light to First Mpox Test for Emergency Use 🧪
WHO approves first emergency use mpox test developed by Abbott Labs, boosting testing in outbreak regions. The Alinity m MPXV assay uses PCR technology for rapid virus detection. 🧪🌍
Africa’s Mpox Crisis: 30,000 Suspected Cases and Counting 🌍
The WHO reports nearly 30,000 suspected mpox cases across Africa in 2024, with the DRC hardest hit. International aid steps in as the continent battles this health crisis.
Singapore Steps Up Mpox Prevention Measures 🛡️
Singapore enhances mpox prevention with new measures from the Ministry of Health, including increased vigilance, quarantines, and isolation protocols to keep the infection at bay.
Jordan’s First Mpox Case in 2024: Here’s the Scoop! 🦠
Jordan reports its first mpox case of 2024—a 33-year-old male resident is currently in stable condition. The Health Ministry is monitoring the situation closely.
Africa’s Fight Against Mpox Severely Underfunded: Only 10% Secured 💔
Africa’s mpox outbreak response faces a massive funding gap, with less than 10% of the needed $245 million secured, says Africa CDC. The continent races against time as the virus spreads.
Thailand Confirms Second Global Case of Mpox Clade 1b Outside Africa
Thailand confirms its first mpox clade 1b case—the second case of this variant outside Africa—in a 66-year-old European traveler. Learn more about the global health concerns.
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