Mpox Virus Outbreak: What You Need to Know
The World Health Organization (WHO) says the mpox virus outbreak has hit at least 11 African countries. Four of these countries had never seen the disease before. Over 17,000 suspected cases have been reported, showing just how big the problem is.This virus is in the same family as the smallpox virus. It spreads among animals in Central and West Africa but can also affect humans. This leads to small outbreaks. The WHO has declared it a public health emergency because it can be deadly, with a 10% mortality rate for some variants.
Key Takeaways
The mpox virus, formerly known as monkeypox, has caused a significant outbreak in Africa, with over 17,000 suspected cases across the continent.The virus regularly spreads among animals in Central and West Africa but can occasionally jump to ...
