Monkeypox: A Global Health Concern

Monkeypox, also known as Mpox, has been around for some time, but its recent surge in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and neighboring countries has raised global concerns. While it’s not a ‘new Covid,’ as the WHO’s European Director Hans Kluge emphasizes, national alertness and international collaboration are crucial to manage this evolving outbreak. The virus has been known for years, but its current spread has sparked anxieties, drawing parallels to the COVID-19 pandemic. Preventing panic is paramount, as the public grapples with the unfamiliar term ‘Mpox.’ While the virus is known to have been around for years, its recent spread has raised concerns and prompted global vigilance.