Nigeria Ramps Up Response to Mpox Outbreak
International News
August 21, 2024
Nigeria is intensifying its efforts to combat the mpox outbreak as cases continue to rise across the country. Jide Idirs, Director General of the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention, has announced new measures, including increased surveillance and public awareness campaigns. Philip Njemanze, a health expert, emphasized the need for swift action to prevent the spread of the virus. These combined efforts aim to curb the spread of mpox and protect public health in Nigeria.