So far, Ghana has recorded 85 confirmed cases of the viral disease. While no deaths have been reported, health officials are stressing the need for early detection and prevention to keep the situation under control.

In an interview with the media, the Director of Public Health at GHS, Dr. Franklin Asiedu-Bekoe, warned that Mpox spreads mainly through close contact with infected individuals, particularly when rashes are present.

“MPox is a disease of contact, so you get the disease either directly or indirectly when you come into contact with somebody who has the infection. When somebody has the rash, let’s avoid direct contact. If you have the rash, what we expect you to do is to go to the nearest health centre,” he said.

While the GHS maintains that the outbreak is under control, the public is being urged to remain vigilant, practice good hygiene, and seek medical attention at the first sign of symptoms.

Mpox, formerly known as Monkeypox, is a viral disease that causes skin rashes, fever, and swollen lymph nodes. It is not typically fatal, but prompt medical care can reduce the risk of complications and prevent further spread.