Mpox Virus Spreads to Over 70 Countries: What You Need to Know
Protecting Yourself and Your Community from This Emerging Threat
Previously known as monkeypox, Mpox has proliferated across 70 nations as of August 2024, posing serious public health issues globally. Originally limited to certain areas of Africa, the virus is now a worldwide concern with instances recorded on many continents. On High alert, governments and health groups are enacting policies meant to stop the spread and safeguard people. This page explores what Mpox is, where it comes from, professional views, and the required steps to stop its spread.
What is Mpox?
A viral zoonotic illness, mpox is passed from animals to humans. It is a member of the genus Orthopoxvirus, which also include other viruses like smallpox. Though often less severe, Mpox’s symptoms are reminiscent to smallpox. Typical complaints include fever, a rash, and lymph node swelling. Complications from the condition include pneumonia, subsequent infections, and in extreme instances death. While smallpox was eliminated in 1980, Mpox has been affecting communities, especially in areas where the virus is endemic.
The illness mostly spreads by direct contact with the blood, body fluids, or skin or mucosal sores of sick animals. Through…
