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WHO declares mpox outbreak a continuing global health emergency

Recently the WHO has clarified that the current mpox outbreak continues to be an emergency of international concern or PHEIC. This declaration was first made in August 2024 after the outbreak of a new mpox v...

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Mpox Virus (Monkey Pox Virus) Outbreak 2024

Mpox, formerly referred to as monkey pox is an infectious disease which is caused by the monkey pox virus – a member of the Orthopoxvirus group.

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