Ghana has confirmed twenty-six (26) new cases of Mpox, bringing the total number of recorded cases in the country to forty-five (45).
Health authorities have revealed that two patients are currently on admission and under observation, with no deaths reported so far.
According to 3News sources, more than eight regions have reported cases, prompting heightened surveillance across the country. The general public is advised to visit the nearest health facility if they notice any symptoms. Meanwhile, contact tracing efforts are ongoing to contain the spread.
What You Should Know About Mpox
- Mpox, formerly known as Monkeypox, is a viral zoonotic disease that spreads from animals to humans and also between humans.
- Common symptoms include rash, fever, headache, muscle aches, back pain, low energy, and swollen lymph nodes.
- Transmission occurs through close contact with infected individuals, animals, or contaminated materials.
There are two clades of the Mpox virus: Clade I and Clade II. Both types spread in the same way and can be prevented using similar health and hygiene practices.
Globally, since the outbreak began, over 100,000 cases have been recorded in 122 countries, including 115 nations where Mpox had not previously been reported.
African countries such as Burundi, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, and Zambia are currently experiencing sustained human-to-human transmission. Similar patterns have been observed in the Central African Republic and the Republic of the Congo.
Countries reporting travel-associated cases of Clade I Mpox since January 1, 2024, include Angola, Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, China, France, Germany, India, Ireland, Malawi, Oman, Pakistan, Qatar, South Africa, South Sudan, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, the United States, and Zimbabwe.
Health authorities in Ghana continue to monitor the situation closely and are urging the public to remain vigilant and adhere to preventive measures.
