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    Metro Akwa Ibom Traces Six Mpox Cases to Single Household, Begins Quarantine, Warns Against Bush Meat, Rats - Sahara Reporters

    https://saharareporters.com/2024/10/29/akwa-ibom-traces-six-mpox-cases-single-household-begins-quarantine-warns-against-bush
  2. Nigeria Faces Mpox Challenge as NCDC Reports 40 Confirmed Cases

    Nigeria Nigeria Faces Mpox Challenge as NCDC Reports 40 Confirmed Cases

    The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) reported 40 confirmed Mpox cases across 13 states, with no fatalities recorded. Director-General Jide Idris emphasized the need for increased testing and surveillance to manage the outbreak, collaborating with state governments to strengthen response...
  3. Rivers State Reports Two Confirmed Monkeypox Cases Amid Nationwide Concerns

    Nigeria Rivers State Reports Two Confirmed Monkeypox Cases Amid Nationwide Concerns

    Rivers State has confirmed two cases of monkeypox (Mpox) as announced by Health Commissioner Dr. Adaeze Oreh. The state has activated its Public Health Emergency Operations Centre, deployed medical teams, and trained staff to combat the virus's spread and ensure prompt response to emergencies...
  4. Key Differences Between Mpox and COVID-19

    Disease & Conditions Key Differences Between Mpox and COVID-19

    ------------ This article outlines the key differences between Mpox and COVID-19, focusing on transmission, symptoms, and severity. The WHO reassures the public that Mpox is not as contagious or severe as COVID-19, with distinct differences in its spread and impact. ------------ As the World...
  5. Understanding the Shift from Monkeypox to Mpox: What Nigerians Need to Know

    Disease & Conditions Understanding the Shift from Monkeypox to Mpox: What Nigerians Need to Know

    Recently, the disease once known as "monkeypox" has undergone a significant rebranding. Now referred to as "mpox," this change has raised questions and sparked interest, particularly among Nigerians who have faced outbreaks of the disease in recent years. This article explores the critical...
  6. Understanding and Preventing Monkeypox: A Guide for Nigerians

    Disease & Conditions Understanding and Preventing Monkeypox: A Guide for Nigerians

    Monkeypox, now rebranded as "mpox" by the World Health Organization (WHO), has recently garnered global attention due to its rapid spread across various countries, including Nigeria. As the WHO has declared it a significant public health concern, it's crucial for Nigerians, both at home and...
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    Metro Nigeria records 39 Mpox cases, eyes 10,000 vaccine doses - Businessday

    https://businessday.ng/health/article/nigeria-records-39-mpox-cases-eyes-10000-vaccine-doses/
  8. WHO Declares Mpox a Global Emergency as Cases Surge in Africa

    Nigeria WHO Declares Mpox a Global Emergency as Cases Surge in Africa

    Image Credit: CDC's Public Health Image Library The WHO has declared mpox a “public health emergency of international concern” following a surge in cases in the Democratic Republic of Congo and neighboring countries. With over 14,000 cases and 524 deaths, the WHO is mobilizing a $15 million...
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