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Suspected Mpox case registered in Moyo

By Scovin Iceta Health officials in Moyo District have confirmed receiving a case of suspected Mpox disease. Moyo district Health Officer, Dr Franklin Iddi, says blood samples have been collected from the suspected patient and will be taken for testing soon. “For sure we have registered one suspected case where the person is showing signs and symptoms of Mpox. He is currently admitted in Isolation at Laropi Health Center in Laropi Town Council awaiting samples to be collected,” he said. He however says there is no need to worry at the moment because health officials are on high alert, urging the general public to continue observing preventive measures like regular hand washing. Mpox is transmitted through close contact with an […]

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