Sierra Leone’s Mpox Crisis Highlights Pandemic Equity Gaps

Sierra Leone’s Mpox Crisis Highlights Pandemic Equity Gaps

In the shadow of global health crises, Sierra Leone’s recent mpox outbreak has emerged not simply as a public health challenge, but as a pivotal moment for reexamining pandemic equity on an international stage. The mpox virus, a zoonotic pathogen related to smallpox, initially sparked concern due to its rapid transmission in a region already burdened with fragile health infrastructure. Yet, amid adversity, there lies a transformative opportunity…