WHO director-general Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus emphasized the urgency for coordinated international efforts, stating, 'A co-ordinated international response is essential to stop this outbreak and save lives.' His call to action reflects the critical need to address the Mpox outbreak to prevent it from spreading beyond Africa.
Dr. Matshidiso Moeti noted the ongoing collaborative efforts saying, 'Significant efforts are already underway... with our country teams working on the frontlines to help reinforce measures to curb Mpox.' This highlights the proactive strategies being initiated to manage the crisis.
Professor Dimie Ogoina expressed the global threat posed by the outbreak, stating, 'The current upsurge in parts of Africa, along with the spread of a new sexually transmissible strain... is an emergency - not only for Africa but for the entire globe.' This underscores the international implications of the rising case numbers.
Mpox is part of the smallpox family of viruses, with symptoms including rash, high temperature, swollen glands, and chills. The virus spreads through close contact with infected individuals, emphasizing the need for public health initiatives to control transmission.
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