Mpox has been declared a global health emergency for the second time since 2022, with over 14,000 cases and 524 deaths reported in Africa alone this year.
The mpox virus is transmitted to humans through close contact with an infected animal or person, primarily via bites, scratches, or direct contact with fluids.
WHO updated the name from monkeypox to mpox in 2022 to reduce stigma associated with monkeys, as the disease can also infect humans and rodents.
Mpox is a viral infection belonging to the Orthopoxvirus genus, causing pox-like diseases that can result in severe health implications if not adequately addressed.
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