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Ghana’s MPOX cases rise to 583 with two deaths
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Ghana’s MPOX cases rise to 583 with two deaths

The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has recorded 10 new Mpox infections, bringing the total case count to 565 as of September 20 The Service, in an update, said presently, there were two persons on admission and two deaths recorded. It said as of September 20, cases had been recorded in all 16 regions and about 100 districts across the country. It said the Ghana Health Service remained vigilant across all 16 regions and actively monitoring infections through its surveillance system. The GHS said the respective regional health directorates had activated public health measures, including contact tracing to prevent further spread. It is currently working closely with the Health Ministry to ensure that the necessary public health measures are implemented to contain and prevent furthe...
GHS records 10 new mpox cases, urges public vigilance
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GHS records 10 new mpox cases, urges public vigilance

The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has confirmed 10 new Mpox infections over the past week, raising the country’s total case count to 117.In its latest update, the Service reported no hospitalisations or deaths and stated it remained vigilant across all 16 regions, actively monitoring cases through its surveillance system.It added that regional health directorates have activated public health measures, including contact tracing, to prevent further spread.The GHS said it was working closely with the Ministry of Health to implement appropriate containment strategies.Earlier this month, Prof. Samuel Kaba Akoriyea, Director-General of the Ghana Health Service, reassured the public that there was no cause for widespread alarm, stating that the country's health system remained vigilant and was rigor...
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