Ghana Health Service has confirmed a second case of Mpox, also known as Monkeypox, in the country. The latest case is the mother of a 15-year-old boy who was diagnosed with the virus in September. Health officials are now closely monitoring both patients to prevent further spread of the virus.

According to Dr. Dennis Laryea, Deputy Director of Disease Surveillance at the Ghana Health Service, authorities are taking all necessary steps to contain the virus. Mpox is a viral infection transmitted through direct contact with an infected person or contaminated surfaces. Common symptoms include:

– Fever
– Rash
– Swollen lymph nodes

To control the spread of Mpox, health officials urge the public to:

– Remain vigilant
– Follow hygiene protocols
– Promptly report any suspected symptoms to healthcare providers

The Ghana Health Service has intensified public awareness efforts and is working with local health facilities to ensure preparedness for potential cases. Additional resources have been mobilized to track other contacts, especially in affected communities.

This development comes after Ghana reported its first Mpox case of the year, with the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) noting that African countries are still reporting about 2,500 Mpox cases each week.