Mpox in the United States and Around the World: Current Situation
Jan 16, 2025 · CDC is working with public health partners in the United States and throughout Africa to monitor for mpox cases and increase surveillance capacity, in addition to other activities. Clade II mpox cases continue to spread at low levels in many countries around the world.
Could the new mpox threat cause significant harm in the U.S.? - NBC News
Concerns are mounting about a type of mpox spreading across Africa that’s believed to cause more serious illness. Experts expressed cautious optimism it wouldn't spread as broadly in the U.S.
Health emergency: What is mpox and where are the outbreaks ... - AP News
Aug 15, 2024 · Earlier this week, the Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention declared the mpox outbreaks a public health emergency, with more than 500 deaths among over 14,000 cases. It has called for international help to stop the virus’ spread.
Mapped: New mpox cases reported. What countries have it now?
Aug 22, 2024 · The Philippines, Thailand and Pakistan reported new mpox cases in August. In Thailand, authorities confirmed a new case of Clade 1b on Thursday, Asia’s first case of the new strain.
Mpox is back: What to know and do - Harvard Health
Sep 3, 2024 · Now, a new outbreak of mpox has put it back in the news. What should you know — and do — about this latest international health emergency? In 2022, the largest known outbreak spread to nearly 100,000 people in more than 100 countries.
Why WHO has called the latest mpox outbreak an ‘emergency of ...
Aug 16, 2024 · Mpox, previously known as monkeypox, is a self-limiting viral infection caused by mpox virus (MPXV). At least 99,176 cases and 208 deaths due to mpox have been reported from 116 countries since 2022, according to data from the WHO. A nurse tends to a child suspected of having contracted mpox in DRC. (Reuters)
What is mpox, and why is this outbreak so concerning? | CNN
Aug 15, 2024 · Mpox, formerly known as monkeypox, is a viral disease related to the now-eradicated smallpox virus. It can spread through close contact such as touching, kissing or sex, as well as through...
Mpox | AP News
Nov 6, 2024 · Mpox cases in Congo may be stabilizing. Experts say more vaccines are needed to stamp out virus. Why is Congo struggling to contain mpox? The first 100,000 doses of mpox vaccine reach Congo. But it’s a fraction of what is needed. Congo reports more than 1,000 new mpox cases in a week. African authorities ask for vaccines.
What is mpox and why has WHO declared it a global health …
Aug 14, 2024 · On Wednesday, the WHO declared mpox a public health emergency of international concern (PHEIC) – its highest level of alert due to a new variant of mpox being found and cases being reported...
Africa has almost 4,000 new mpox cases in a ... - Associated Press News
Aug 27, 2024 · ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) — Africa is seeing a rapid increase in mpox cases with nearly 4,000 reported in the past week, the continent’s public health body said Tuesday as it repeated a plea for long-awaited vaccines whose arrival this week in the most affected country, Congo, has been delayed.