Ghana records second Mpox case, GHS ramps up containment efforts
Ghana has confirmed its second case of Mpox, previously known as Monkeypox, raising alarms about potential further spread.
The latest case involves the mother of a 15-year-old boy who was diagnosed with the virus in September.
Health authorities are now doubling down on measures to contain the outbreak.
Dr. Dennis Laryea, Deputy Director of Disease Surveillance at the Ghana Health Service (GHS), confirmed the new case in an update, assuring the public that the situation is under control.
"We are closely monitoring both cases and have intensified efforts to prevent further spread," Dr. Laryea said, adding that additional resources have been mobilized to track contacts of the confirmed cases.
Mpox is a contagious viral disease transmitted through direct contact with infected individuals or contaminated surfaces.
Symptoms include fever, rash, and swollen lymph nodes, which can be mistaken for other illnesses.
In response to the growing concern, the GHS has heightened public awareness campaigns, urging Ghanaians to stay vigilant and report any suspicious symptoms.
Local health facilities are being equipped to manage potential cases, while communities affected by the virus are under increased surveillance.
“We encourage everyone to maintain good hygiene and promptly seek medical attention if they experience symptoms,” health officials emphasised.
Source: classfmonline.com
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