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    Home / News / World News / WHO's emergency meeting on monkeypox: All you need to know 
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    WHO's emergency meeting on monkeypox: All you need to know 
    WHO considers declaring public health emergency

    WHO's emergency meeting on monkeypox: All you need to know 

    By Tanya Shrivastava
    Aug 08, 2024
    06:08 pm

    What's the story

    The World Health Organization (WHO) is considering declaring an international public health emergency over the escalating monkeypox outbreak in Africa.

    The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has witnessed a sharp rise in cases, with a more virulent strain emerging in neighboring countries.

    WHO Director-General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus underscored the urgent need for increased funding and support to tackle the situation.

    Disease details

    What is mpox or monkeypox

    Mpox, previously known as monkeypox, is an infectious disease caused by the monkeypox virus.

    It was first identified in humans in 1970 in the DRC and is characterized by fever, muscle aches, and skin lesions resembling large boils.

    Mpox can be transmitted to humans through contact with infected animals, contaminated materials, or from person to person through close physical contact.

    Outbreak details

    New strain behind recent outbreak

    The recent global outbreak was primarily caused by Clade IIb of the virus, but the current surge in Africa involves a different strain known as Clade Ib.

    This strain causes skin rashes across the whole body, unlike other strains where lesions and rashes are usually limited to the mouth, face, and genitals.

    Medical response

    Mpox diagnosis and treatment

    Diagnosing mpox can be challenging as its symptoms can resemble those of other infections.

    Laboratory confirmation is essential, with polymerase chain reaction (PCR) testing being the preferred method.

    Treatment for mpox focuses on supportive care to manage symptoms and prevent complications. Antiviral medications such as tecovirimat are used in some cases.

    Case statistics

    Recent surge in mpox cases raises concerns

    The recent surge in mpox cases has been alarming.

    By July 11, Dr Tedros reported over 11,000 cases and 445 deaths in the DRC, with children being particularly affected.

    In response to this crisis, the African Union has urgently allocated $10.4 million from COVID-19 funds to support efforts in combating the outbreak.

    Regional spread

    Mpox cases reported in other African countries

    In addition to the DRC, cases have recently been reported in Burundi, Kenya, and Uganda.

    The Clade Ib strain has jumped national borders in the last two weeks, with cases reported in Uganda, Burundi, Rwanda, and Kenya.

    The eight-member East African Community has urged governments to educate their citizens on how to protect themselves and prevent the spread of the disease.

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