WHO declares mpox outbreak a public health emergency. Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus makes the decision based on expert advice.
The outbreak primarily affects the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and neighboring countries. Will this declaration prompt a coordinated international response?
African Upsurge: How Bad Is the Situation?
DRC reports over 15,600 mpox cases and 537 deaths in 2024. Four neighboring countries confirm over 100 cases of a new strain.
Experts believe actual numbers are higher due to under-testing. Can African nations contain this rapidly spreading outbreak?
New Strain: Is Clade 1b a Game-Changer?
A new mpox strain, clade 1b, emerges in DRC. It spreads primarily through sexual networks.
The strain has reached Burundi, Kenya, Rwanda, and Uganda. How will this sexually transmissible variant alter containment strategies?
Déjà Vu: Second PHEIC in Two Years?
This marks the second mpox-related PHEIC since 2022. The previous emergency ended in May 2023 after case decline.
Mpox has affected humans since 1970, originating in DRC. Is history repeating itself with this new outbreak?
Vaccine Race: Can We Outpace the Virus?
WHO approves two mpox vaccines for emergency use. The organization triggers Emergency Use Listing for faster access.
Gavi and UNICEF may procure vaccines for distribution. Will vaccine availability match the urgency of the situation?
Funding Gap: $15 Million Needed Immediately?
WHO estimates an initial need of $15 million for response. The organization releases $1.45 million from its emergency fund.
A full needs assessment is underway across WHO levels. Can international donors bridge the funding gap in time?
Multiple Outbreaks: A Complex Containment Challenge?
Several mpox clades cause outbreaks in different countries. Transmission modes and risk levels vary by outbreak.
WHO coordinates with partners for equitable access to tools. How will health authorities manage this multi-faceted threat?
African Response: Can Local Efforts Stem the Tide?
Dr. Matshidiso Moeti highlights ongoing efforts in Africa. WHO country teams work on the frontlines.
Community and government collaboration is crucial. Will these local initiatives be enough to curb the outbreak?
Global Implications: Beyond Africa’s Borders?
The Emergency Committee warns of potential spread outside Africa. Previous outbreaks reached countries worldwide in 2022.
Mpox’s neglect in Africa led to global consequences. Can the international community prevent another worldwide outbreak?
Lessons Learned: Will History Repeat Itself?
Professor Dimie Ogoina calls for decisive action. The 2022 global outbreak stemmed from African neglect.
Current situation demands urgent global attention. Will the world heed the lessons from the previous mpox crisis?
