12 new cases of Mpox confirmed; total now 980 – Ghana Health Service

The outbreak has so far led to seven deaths, with one patient currently on admission and receiving treatment.

According to the GHS, Mpox is mainly transmitted through close physical contact with an infected person, including contact with skin lesions, bodily fluids, or contaminated materials.

Health authorities are urging the public to remain vigilant and practice good hygiene to reduce the risk of infection. Common symptoms of Mpox include fever, rash, headache, muscle aches, swollen lymph nodes, chills, and general tiredness.

The Ghana Health Service has advised anyone who experiences these symptoms to report promptly to the nearest health facility for assessment and treatment, noting that early detection remains key to controlling the spread of the disease.

Mpox (formerly Monkeypox) is a viral disease caused by the Mpox virus.