Data Report

SUMMARY - The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the Mpox (formerly known as "Monkeypox") outbreak on the continent of Africa a public health emergency of international concern. The Democratic Republic of Congo (not to be confused with the Republic of Congo) along with nearby countries are experiencing outbreaks of the illness at this time. Part of the concern by countries and organizations is that the current strain of Mpox is considered deadlier and more contagious than previous strains.

LINK - https://www.npr.org/sections/goats-and-soda/2024/08/14/g-s1-16977/mpox-public-health-emergency-world-health-organization-who