WHO Declares Mpox a Global Health Emergency Amid Congo Outbreak
The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared mpox a global public health emergency following a severe outbreak in Congo that has spread to neighboring countries.
The outbreak, caused by a new variant of the virus, has resulted in over 17,000 suspected cases and more than 500 deaths this year.
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WHO is coordinating an international response to contain the virus, with a focus on accelerating research and funding for vaccines.
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