Scientists from Africa CDC are concerned about the rapid spread of a new deadly variant of the virus previously known as monkeypox, causing over 13,700 cases and 450 deaths in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Mpox spreads through close contact, including sexual contact and breathing near an infected person.
The declaration of mpox as a public health emergency in Africa aims to facilitate better coordination among governments, increase medical supplies, and aid flow to affected areas. Global health authorities are closely monitoring the situation to assess the risk of further spread.
Mpox can lead to symptoms like fever, muscle aches, and lesions all over the body. There are two strains of the virus, with the more severe one causing the current outbreak in the DR Congo. Existing vaccines are limited to those at high risk or in close contact with infected individuals.
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