Deputy minister of Health Hon. Dr. Grace Ayensu-Danquah recieved the joint mission team from WHO on behalf of Minsitry of Health to share updates on the region's Mpox response, focusing on key areas such as Monitoring and tracking Mpox cases to identify trends and patterns.
Mpox, formerly known as monkeypox, is a viral disease that can affect humans and animals. The Mpox situation in Ghana's Western Region is quite concerning, with the region accounting for 71% of the country's confirmed cases.
ThGhana Health Service and Western Regional Health Directorate are working to contain the outbreak through Enhanced Surveillance, Public Sensitization, Vaccination Plans among others. These efforts align with President John Dramani Mahama's commitment to improving healthcare in Ghana. The situation is being closely monitored, with authorities working to strengthen healthcare infrastructure and response capabilities.
The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention and WHO have developed a joint Continental Response Plan to guide these efforts, with a focus on controlling outbreaks, expanding vaccination coverage, and transitioning to sustainable response efforts.
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