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WHO declares mpox a global public health emergency for second time in two years

Decision comes after fresh outbreak of virus in DRC, with more than 500 deaths linked to illness in Africa this year

Mpox can spread through close contact and usually results in a mild illness but it is fatal in rare cases.
Mpox can spread through close contact and usually results in a mild illness but it is fatal in rare cases.
Wed Aug 14 2024 - 18:53 • 2 MIN READ

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