A new mpox strain, clade Ib, has emerged in Congo and is evolving quickly as it spreads among humans. Researchers warn that its transmission patterns and potential severity are harder to monitor, especially because many laboratories in Africa lack adequate resources. The WHO has responded with another health emergency declaration as cases rise.
A newly mutated mpox virus traced to Africa has reached Europe and is now moving closer to Pakistan, raising concerns for the region. While authorities say it’s too soon to label it a pandemic, the article urges India to urgently assess vaccine readiness, strengthen outbreak preparedness, and prioritize domestic capacity to respond quickly if cases rise.
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