Health officials in Ghana have cautioned the public against the spread of monkey pox as recorded cases in the country hit 133, following the recent detection of 14 new infections nationwide.

The surge, based on the latest update from the Ghana Health Service (GHS) released on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, has prompted immediate action from the Ministry of Health.

Both entities are working diligently to contain the outbreak and prevent further spread.

Despite the rise in confirmed Mpox cases, the GHS confirmed in a report on June 30, 2025, that no new deaths or hospital admissions have been reported.

All patients are currently being managed as outpatients in various hospitals.

The increase in cases is particularly concerning in the Greater Accra Region, where most infections have occurred.

However, cases have now been detected in 46 districts across 10 regions, including Western, Western North, Central, Ashanti, Volta, Eastern, Bono, North East, and Northern Regions.

The latest figures show a consistent rise from the previous update on June 20, 2025, when 10 new cases brought the total to 119.

Authorities are now focusing on intensified community surveillance, contact tracing, and vaccination efforts, specifically targeting high-risk groups to help curb the escalating situation.

Despite the surge, health authorities maintain, "The situation remains under control, with no severe complications or fatalities reported thus far."

Vaccination is recommended for those at higher risk, though most cases only require supportive care.

In more severe instances, antiviral medications may be administered.

The Ghana Health Service has urged the public to "take precautions and report early symptoms to minimise the risk of further transmission."

Public health campaigns are being intensified to educate the public about the virus and promote preventive measures such as regular hand hygiene, avoiding close contact with symptomatic individuals, and seeking immediate medical attention for any unexplained rash, especially if accompanied by fever and swollen lymph nodes.

As part of international support, the World Health Organisation (WHO) on June 24, 2025, donated test kits and laboratory reagents to the National Public Health Reference Laboratory in Accra.

This donation includes supplies to screen 3,400 suspected cases and test 625 confirmed samples for virus subtypes, enhancing Ghana's national response to this viral disease.

The government is urging citizens to "stay informed, seek medical attention if symptoms arise, and adhere to the guidelines issued by health professionals."

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