What is Mpox? Everything you need to know about virus declared ‘global health emergency’
For the second time since 2022, the World Health Organization (WHO) on Wednesday raised the highest alert by declaring Mpox a global health emergency as 14,000 cases with 524 deaths have been reported in Africa with the possibility of reaching other continents. What is Mpox? Mpox, formerly known as monkeypox, is a viral disease caused by the monkeypox virus, which belongs to the same family as smallpox. Originally identified in monkeys, the disease can infect a variety of animals and humans. Although historically rare, recent outbreaks have demonstrated their potential for widespread transmission. Although generally less serious than smallpox, MPOX
