The World Health Organization has declared a global health emergency due to the rapid spread of mpox, formerly known as monkeypox, in African countries.
This is the second time in three years that the W.H.O. has declared an mpox outbreak a global emergency, highlighting the seriousness of the situation.
The epidemic is primarily concentrated in the Democratic Republic of Congo, but has spread to a dozen other African countries.
The W.H.O. is urging international cooperation to contain the outbreak and prevent further spread, emphasizing the importance of swift action to protect global health.
