Severe New Strain of Monkeypox Virus Detected in DRC
International News
April 24, 2024
Dr. Chris Kacita, in charge of Mpox operations in Kinshasa, has reported the discovery of a more severe strain of the monkeypox virus in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The new strain poses a heightened risk to public health, prompting concerns among health authorities. Measures are being taken to contain the spread of the virus and prevent further outbreaks in affected regions.