This public health organisation also reported 461 new confirmed infections and 34 deaths with a cases fatality rate of 7.4 per cent.
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According to the report, children aged 15 and below makeup 36.3 per cent, and men make up 49. 3 per cent of all reported cases.The organisation also said 11,147 of the 53,903 cases were confirmed and 1,109 deaths recorded.Nigerians need credible journalism. Help us report it. Africa CDC emphasised the importance of accurate testing for Mpox to ensure early diagnosis and treatment of cases in countries affected by the disease.
The public health organisation said: “Prioritise testing individuals based on clinical symptoms and exposure risk. Accurate diagnosis relies on highly sensitive PCR tests. Testing protocols should include clear case definition, sample collection methods, and dedicated testing facilities.” for Mpox is expected to receive 5.85 million vaccine doses for African countries by the end of the year.
Africa CDC said: “Given the ongoing difficulties with bringing the outbreak under control using traditional public health measures, the need for effective Mpox vaccine preparedness and deployment plans has become urgent.”
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