The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has confirmed 15 new cases of Mpox, pushing the country’s cumulative total to 424.
So far, one death has been recorded since the outbreak, although health authorities say no patients are currently on admission.
Mpox, formerly known as Monkeypox, is a viral disease that spreads through close contact with infected persons, animals, or contaminated materials.
Symptoms typically include fever, rashes, swollen lymph nodes, muscle aches, back pain, headaches, and fatigue.
In a public advisory, the GHS urged Ghanaians to remain vigilant and adhere to preventive measures. These include avoiding direct contact with infected persons, washing hands regularly with soap under running water, limiting frequent contact with the nose, mouth, and eyes, and seeking medical attention at the nearest health facility when unwell.
The Service assured the public that it continues to monitor the situation closely while strengthening surveillance and response systems to contain the spread.
