Time: 2024-07-26
Burundi recently confirmed its first three cases of mpox , formerly known as monkeypox , causing concerns about a potentially more dangerous strain of the virus entering the country . The infectious disease is transmitted from animals to humans and can also spread through close contact between individuals .
The World Health Organization ( WHO ) declared mpox a global public health emergency of international concern following a widespread outbreak two years ago . The recent cases in Burundi were identified in hospitals located in different parts of the capital city , Bujumbura . Health authorities have been monitoring the situation closely and have identified and tracked contacts of the infected individuals.
The WHO has issued warnings about a growing outbreak of a more lethal strain of mpox in the Democratic Republic of Congo , which shares a border with Burundi . Despite efforts to contain the virus , the outbreak continues to spread within the region , causing concern among health officials . The virus has the potential to cross borders easily due to the porous nature of the boundaries between countries.
Mpox was first detected in humans in 1970 in the DRC and has since been primarily concentrated in West and Central African countries . In recent years , the virus has spread globally , affecting different populations . A surge in cases among gay and bisexual men led to heightened awareness of the virus , prompting the WHO to issue a public health emergency alert .
The emergence of new , more dangerous strains of mpox , such as Clade I and Clade II , has raised concerns about the virus 's evolution and the potential for further outbreaks . Health experts emphasize the importance of continued vigilance and monitoring to prevent the spread of the virus and protect public health worldwide.
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