The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has confirmed 21 new cases of Mpox in the country, raising the total number of confirmed infections to 218.
According to health officials, Mpox, also known as monkeypox, is primarily transmitted through close skin-to-skin contact with infected individuals.
The GHS is urging the public to remain vigilant and adhere to preventive measures to curb the spread of the virus.
Symptoms of Mpox typically include fever, rash, swollen lymph nodes, and muscle aches. Early detection and prompt reporting remain key to controlling the outbreak, health authorities emphasised.
The GHS assured that it continues to monitor the situation closely and is working with partners to strengthen surveillance, raise public awareness, and provide necessary medical support.
