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"Health Alert: Deadly Mpox Cases Surge in Europe and US Amid Clade 1b Threat"
A surge in Mpox cases linked to the deadly clade 1b mutation is alarming health officials in the United Kingdom, Europe, and the US, raising concerns about severe health risks.
- The UK Health Security Agency reported small numbers of Mpox cases from clade 1b in Spain, Italy, the Netherlands, Portugal, and the US, highlighting a rising threat.
- Clade 1b is considered highly dangerous, with a mortality rate of 10% among infected individuals and a suspected link to miscarriages in Africa, where it first emerged.
- The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention is closely monitoring the situation, as Uganda has been significantly affected by this deadly mutation of Mpox.
Why It Matters
Mpox cases are escalating in Europe and the US, driven by a particularly virulent strain, posing severe health risks. This situation underscores the ongoing global health challenges posed by emerging infectious diseases and the importance of effective vaccination strategies.