13 Sierra Leoneans Contact Mpox as Total Cases Hit 4,098

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13 Sierra Leoneans Contact Mpox as Total Cases Hit 4,098
13 Sierra Leoneans Contact Mpox as Total Cases Hit 4,098

Africa-Press – Sierra-Leone. The Ministry of Health and Sanitation has reported 13 new Mpox cases in Sierra Leone, raising the national total to 4,098. The virus continues to spread aggressively, particularly in the western urban area of Freetown, with 2,393 Mpox cases.

The Ministry reported that there are currently 705 active cases. In the past day, 78 new recoveries were recorded. The total number of recovered individuals stands at 3,368, and the death toll remains at 25.

Mpox cases have been reported across various regions in Sierra Leone, with Western Urban reporting the highest number of cases (2,393), followed by Western Rural (821).

The gender breakdown of confirmed cases is as follows: 1,950 female and 2,148 male.

The Ministry reminds the public that Mpox is not the same as chickenpox and urges anyone who develops a fever and unexplained rashes to call the emergency number 117 immediately for medical attention or assistance.

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