First doses of mpox vaccines arrive at the heart of Africa's outbreak. What took so long?
The Democratic Republic of Congo faces a major mpox outbreak with delayed vaccine deliveries complicating the response to protect children and others at risk.
Sex, a Hex and a Sick Child Offer Clues to an Epidemic's Birth
A 5-year-old boy's mysterious illness led doctors in Congo to consider mpox after ruling out various common diseases, emphasizing challenges in diagnosing rare conditions.
The urgent fight against mpox in Congo's refugee camps DW 08/26/2024
Urgent efforts are underway in DRC to combat the mpox outbreak, especially among children under ten. Treatment is currently symptomatic.
Race to combat mpox misinformation as vaccine rollout in DRC begins
Doctors and nurses in the DRC fight both mpox and widespread misinformation impeding vaccination efforts.
Congo's refugee camps face severe mpox outbreak DW 08/26/2024
Treatment protocols for mpox at Munigi Health Center focus on symptom management due to lack of specific treatments, impacting mainly children.
First doses of mpox vaccines arrive at the heart of Africa's outbreak. What took so long?
The Democratic Republic of Congo faces a major mpox outbreak with delayed vaccine deliveries complicating the response to protect children and others at risk.
Sex, a Hex and a Sick Child Offer Clues to an Epidemic's Birth
A 5-year-old boy's mysterious illness led doctors in Congo to consider mpox after ruling out various common diseases, emphasizing challenges in diagnosing rare conditions.
The urgent fight against mpox in Congo's refugee camps DW 08/26/2024
Urgent efforts are underway in DRC to combat the mpox outbreak, especially among children under ten. Treatment is currently symptomatic.
Race to combat mpox misinformation as vaccine rollout in DRC begins
Doctors and nurses in the DRC fight both mpox and widespread misinformation impeding vaccination efforts.
Congo's refugee camps face severe mpox outbreak DW 08/26/2024
Treatment protocols for mpox at Munigi Health Center focus on symptom management due to lack of specific treatments, impacting mainly children.
Mpox has been declared a global health emergency, with growing concerns over its transmission methods and evolving nature.
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Mpox is a global health emergency due to a new, rapidly transmitting strain.
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Artisan-crafted elephants promote cultural heritage and conservation awareness.
Another worldwide alert mpox is spreading. Here are three steps we can take to head it off | Gordon Brown
Global response to the mpox virus outbreak is inadequate, with vaccines and treatments hoarded by wealthier nations despite critical needs in affected areas.
Thailand Confirms Its First Case of New, Deadlier Mpox Version
A new, deadly strain of mpox has emerged in Thailand, increasing global health concerns due to its higher mortality rate.
Clade Ib is primarily spreading through heterosexual contact, unlike earlier outbreaks.
WHO Africa chief on mpox and the continent's health crises
Africa faces a new mpox wave affecting children, highlighting urgent vaccine and resource inequities that necessitate global health support.
Africa to finally receive first batch of vaccines for deadly mpox virus
Africa is receiving its first mpox vaccine doses after significant delay, pointing to issues in global health emergency responses.
How Does Mpox Spread, and Who Is Most at Risk?
Mpox has been declared a global health emergency, with growing concerns over its transmission methods and evolving nature.
The World
Mpox is a global health emergency due to a new, rapidly transmitting strain.
Shizuoka's tea industry is struggling as farmers innovate for economic survival.
Artisan-crafted elephants promote cultural heritage and conservation awareness.
Another worldwide alert mpox is spreading. Here are three steps we can take to head it off | Gordon Brown
Global response to the mpox virus outbreak is inadequate, with vaccines and treatments hoarded by wealthier nations despite critical needs in affected areas.
Thailand Confirms Its First Case of New, Deadlier Mpox Version
A new, deadly strain of mpox has emerged in Thailand, increasing global health concerns due to its higher mortality rate.
Clade Ib is primarily spreading through heterosexual contact, unlike earlier outbreaks.
WHO Africa chief on mpox and the continent's health crises
Africa faces a new mpox wave affecting children, highlighting urgent vaccine and resource inequities that necessitate global health support.
Africa to finally receive first batch of vaccines for deadly mpox virus
Africa is receiving its first mpox vaccine doses after significant delay, pointing to issues in global health emergency responses.
California confirms first case of even more deadly mpox strain
California confirms the first case of the more lethal clade I mpox strain in the U.S., heightening public health concerns.
Gay men have been cautious about mpox. Will a second Donald Trump term set them back?
Gay men display higher trust in medicine and proactive health measures, particularly regarding mpox vaccinations, than other minority groups due to past experiences.
California confirms first case of even more deadly mpox strain
California confirms the first case of the more lethal clade I mpox strain in the U.S., heightening public health concerns.
Gay men have been cautious about mpox. Will a second Donald Trump term set them back?
Gay men display higher trust in medicine and proactive health measures, particularly regarding mpox vaccinations, than other minority groups due to past experiences.
As new mpox strain spreads globally, activists push health officials to avoid past mistakes (exclusive)
Advocates urge equitable response to new mpox strain to avoid past mistakes seen in previous pandemics.
India records first suspected mpox case, male patient in isolation
India has recorded a suspected case of mpox in a young male patient with travel history, emphasizing robust health measures in response to the outbreak.
As new mpox strain spreads globally, activists push health officials to avoid past mistakes (exclusive)
Advocates urge equitable response to new mpox strain to avoid past mistakes seen in previous pandemics.
India records first suspected mpox case, male patient in isolation
India has recorded a suspected case of mpox in a young male patient with travel history, emphasizing robust health measures in response to the outbreak.
Health agencies scramble to prepare for new mpox strain
Health agencies are preparing for a new strain of mpox with fewer resources compared to previous outbreaks.
Congo received its first 100,000 mpox vaccine doses-now it just needs 2.9 million more to end the outbreak
The arrival of mpox vaccines signals a response to the global emergency, but critical challenges remain in vaccination implementation and overall dosage availability.
Inside the camp on the frontline of the DRC's mpox epidemic in pictures
Over 25.4 million people in DRC require humanitarian aid due to insecurity and violence.
Mpox is severely affecting the population, especially children, with thousands of cases and deaths reported.