The Republic of Congo has recently confirmed its first cases of mpox in several regions, according to the health ministry. Mpox, a virus that typically originates in wild animals and can be transmitted to humans, was previously known as monkeypox due to its initial discovery in research monkeys.
Last year, the World Health Organization confirmed the first instance of sexual transmission of mpox in a neighboring country, raising concerns about the potential spread of the disease across Africa. The recent report from the Republic of Congo's health ministry highlights the growing impact of mpox in the region.
