Why one doctor says we're 'walking blind' in the mpox emergency
Summary
Mpox, a virus with a history in Africa, continues to spread quickly across the continent, with significant outbreaks in many countries. Despite efforts to control it, experts warn that available data on infections and the global response to the crisis have been inadequate.Key Facts
- Mpox was declared a global health emergency by the World Health Organization one year ago.
- The virus is particularly affecting 24 African countries, up from 13 the previous year.
- There have been approximately 97,000 suspected mpox cases and nearly 600 deaths in Africa this year.
- A newly identified strain, Clade 1b, is spreading rapidly, especially among certain groups.
- Many recorded numbers of mpox cases are likely underestimates due to stigma and limited health resources in remote areas.
- President Trump's foreign aid cuts affected the Democratic Republic of Congo, impacting mpox response efforts.
- $1.1 billion has been pledged globally to help manage mpox, but criticism suggests the response is insufficient.
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