Ghana recently experienced a re-emergence of Mpox (formerly known as monkeypox) in 2024. The first confirmed case was reported in the Western North Region on October 1, 2024. A 15-year-old male was diagnosed with Mpox after presenting symptoms of fever, body aches, sore throat, and rashes. He has since been discharged and is in stable condition. Health authorities have identified 25 individuals who had contact with the patient and are monitoring them closely
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Following this, a second case was confirmed on October 8, 2024, involving the boy’s mother, further intensifying public health measures. The Ghana Health Service has ramped up its surveillance, launched public awareness campaigns, and is coordinating responses at all levels to contain the virus.
In previous years, Ghana had recorded Mpox cases, with 120 cases reported in 2022 and eight in 2023. The current outbreak highlights challenges such as limited funding for laboratory testing and outbreak investigations, but authorities are focused on ensuring rapid containment.
So far, no deaths have been reported in the latest cases, and public health officials continue to urge vigilance and prompt reporting of symptoms.
