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Ghana Records First Mpox Death as Cases Surge
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The Ghana Health Service (GHS) confirmed the first death by Mpox (formerly known as monkey smallpox) in the African country, marking a turning point in the outbreak that began in May 2025. The total number of confirmed cases amounts to 257, with an increase of 23 new infections, representing the largest weekly increase recorded to date. READ ALSO: Africa recorded 4,275 deaths from cholera and mbox in 2025, according to health authorities This fa…
Ghana records first Mpox death as cases surge - The Arabian Stories News
ACCRA – The Ghanaian Ministry of Health reported 23 new confirmed cases over the past week, bringing the total number of recorded cases since June 2022 to 257, the highest weekly increase since the outbreak began. “The situation is under control,” said Ghana’s Health Minister, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, stressing the importance of “early detection and responsible behaviour” to limit the spread of the disease.Figures released by the Africa Centers f…
One person has died from the mpox epidemic in Ghana, which has been facing a sharp increase in new infections.
Ghana Confirms First Mpox Death Amid Surge In Infections
By Ebi Kesiena Ghana has recorded its first death from Mpox, marking a grim milestone in the country’s battle against the virus, as health authorities report a sharp uptick in new cases. According to a statement released on Sunday, Ghana’s Ministry of Health confirmed 23 new Mpox infections within the past week, pushing the total case count to 257 since the virus was first detected in June 2022. This represents the highest weekly increase since …
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