WHO Declares Mpox a Global Public Health Emergency Again

The World Health Organization has declared mpox a global public health emergency for the second time in two years. The viral infection, which causes flu-like symptoms and skin lesions, has spread from the Democratic Republic of Congo to neighboring countries. It can be fatal in rare cases.

The World Health Organization (WHO) on Wednesday declared mpox a global public health emergency for the second time in two years. This follows an outbreak of the viral infection in the Democratic Republic of Congo that has now spread to neighboring countries.

Mpox is known to spread through close contact. Although the infection is generally mild, it can be fatal in rare instances. Infected individuals often present flu-like symptoms and pus-filled lesions on the body.

This new surge of mpox infections has prompted health authorities to renew their focus on containment and prevention measures to curb transmission and prevent further fatalities.

(With inputs from agencies.)