Mpox Cases Rise to 782: Public Urged to Stay Alert and Take Precautions

The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has reported 38 new cases of Mpox, bringing the country’s total confirmed infections to 782 as of October 24, 2025. Although the death toll remains at three and no patients are currently hospitalized, health officials are cautioning the public to remain vigilant.

Vaccination is ongoing in selected communities in the Western Region, where health teams are working to contain the spread. The GHS continues to monitor the situation closely and has emphasized the need for early reporting and community cooperation.

Mpox is a viral disease that spreads mainly through close contact with an infected person. It often begins with flu-like symptoms such as fever, headache, muscle aches, swollen lymph nodes, chills, and tiredness, followed by a distinctive rash. Anyone who experiences these symptoms is urged to visit the nearest health facility immediately rather than attempting to self-medicate. Prompt medical care not only improves recovery but also helps prevent further transmission within households and communities.

Dr. Patrick Kuma-Aboagye, Director-General of the Ghana Health Service, has noted that public awareness and preventive behavior remain the strongest defenses against Mpox. Maintaining good hygiene, avoiding close contact with individuals who show symptoms, and reporting suspected cases to health authorities are critical steps everyone can take.

As Ghana continues its vaccination campaign and surveillance efforts, Turning Point Foundation joins the GHS in calling on all citizens to stay informed, stay cautious, and act quickly if they feel unwell. Together, we can stop the spread and protect our communities.

Stay alert. Protect yourself. Protect others.

Source: Ghana Health Service