mpox (monkeypox) outbreak – WHO
Durbar Bagerhat Mpox (Monkeypox) Outbreak – Global Health Emergency Introduction On August 14, 2024, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the ongoing mpox virus (commonly known as Monkeypox) outbreak a global health emergency. This critical declaration is aimed at raising global awareness and calling for international cooperation to combat the spread of the virus and minimize its impact on public health. The resurgence of mpox serves as a stark reminder of the unpredictable nature of infectious diseases and their potential to disrupt global health security. Understanding mpox Virus What is Monkeypox? Monkeypox is a viral zoonotic disease caused by the Monkeypox virus, a member of the Orthodox virus genus. This genus also includes the variola virus, which causes smallpox, and the vaccinia virus, used in the smallpox vaccine. First identified in laboratory monkeys in 1958, the term “monkeypox” has since been linked to various outbreaks in countries, especially in West and Centra...