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

The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has confirmed 12 new cases of Mpox as of January 18, bringing the total number of confirmed cases nationwide to 980.

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

According to the GHS, Mpox is primarily 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.

Source: 3news