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Mpox Cases in Ghana Rise to 409, Health Service Intensifies Surveillance
The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has confirmed 37 new cases of Mpox, bringing the total number of infections to 409 as of August 14, 2025.
According to the Service, two patients are currently receiving treatment, while the death toll remains at one.
Mpox, a viral disease, spreads through close contact with infected individuals, animals, or contaminated materials. Its common symptoms include fever, skin rash, swollen lymph nodes, muscle aches, back pain, headaches, and fatigue.
Health officials are urging the public to strictly adhere to preventive measures such as regular handwashing, avoiding physical contact with individuals showing symptoms—particularly those with unexplained rashes—and promptly reporting suspected cases to the nearest health facility.
The GHS has also intensified surveillance and public education campaigns across the country to help curb the spread of the disease.