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Unprecedented Surge: Africa Faces Critical Mpox Outbreak with 69,000 Cases in 2024

The African continent is experiencing a severe public health challenge as Mpox cases reach alarming levels in 2024, with the Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) reporting over 69,000 cases and 1,260 fatalities. In a recent online briefing, Africa CDC's Chief of Staff and......

Mpox Cases in Africa Surpass 62,000 in 2024, with Over 1,200 Deaths

Mpox cases in Africa have surpassed 62,000 since the start of 2024, with more than 13,500 confirmed infections and 1,200 related deaths, according to a recent report from the Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC). The latest data highlights the gravity of the outbreak, as it......

First Case of New Mpox Variant Detected in Canada

The Public Health Agency of Canada has reported the country's first case of infection with a new variant of the mpox virus. The infected individual, a resident of Manitoba, contracted the clade 1b variant, according to federal health officials. Despite this development, the agency assured that the......

First Mpox Case in the U.S. Detected in California

The United States has confirmed its first case of Mpox (commonly known as Monkeypox) in California, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced on Saturday. The patient recently traveled from East Africa, where the outbreak continues to spread, according to the CDC. The individual......

Mpox Outbreak: Rwanda Leads the Way with Vaccination Drive as Cases Spike Across Africa

In a critical step towards curbing the recent surge in mpox cases across Africa, Rwanda has taken the lead by administering the first batch of vaccines specifically designed to combat this viral disease. This proactive measure comes at a time when the continent is grappling with a significant rise in......

Urgent Measures Activated in Morocco Following First Mpox Case

Moroccan authorities have intensified preventive measures across all entry points land, sea, and air to mitigate the spread of mpox, previously known as monkeypox. This decision comes on the heels of the confirmation of the first mpox case in Marrakech, marking a significant moment in the country’s......

Congo to Launch Mpox Vaccination Campaign Amid Escalating Outbreak

In a crucial move to combat the mpox outbreak, Congo will commence a vaccination campaign on October 2, targeting the provinces hardest hit by the virus. Authorities have prioritized Equateur, South Kivu, and Sankuru for the initial phase of the vaccination drive. Cris Kacita Osako, coordinator of Congo’s......

UNICEF Spearheads Emergency Mpox Vaccine Procurement Amid Escalating Global Crisis

In a critical move to combat the escalating mpox (monkeypox) outbreak, UNICEF has issued an emergency tender to procure vaccines, highlighting the urgency for immediate global action. According to a recent UNICEF report, the outbreak, classified as a public health emergency by both the Africa Centres......

False Alarm: European Tourist in Morocco Tests Negative for Mpox, Calming Cross-Border Health Concerns

A recent health scare involving a European traveler returning from Morocco has been resolved, highlighting the ongoing vigilance surrounding potential mpox outbreaks. The incident, which briefly raised alarm in the Spanish enclave of Ceuta, ultimately proved to be a false alarm. The situation unfolded......