Jordan’s health authorities have confirmed the Kingdom’s first Mpox case in a non-Jordanian resident on Monday.
The individual, currently in stable condition, is isolated at Al Bashir Hospital in Amman. Mpox, resembling smallpox but milder, has prompted global health vigilance.
Mpox causes flu-like symptoms and a distinctive rash. The Ministry of Health advises the public to stay vigilant and follow health instructions.
The situation is under close monitoring, with measures in place to prevent further spread. Mpox can lead to fever, muscle pain, skin lesions, and, in severe cases, death.
The World Health Organization (WHO) issued its highest alert on August 14 due to a new strain, Clade 1b, detected in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
The Africa CDC declared a public health emergency as cases surge in Burundi, Rwanda, Uganda, and beyond, including Asia and Europe.
As of August 27, Africa reported 22,863 suspected cases and 622 deaths. The WHO recorded 5,281 confirmed cases in Africa for 2024.
The DRC remains the hardest hit, with 90% of reported cases. Morocco’s Ministry of Health has updated its national response plan to address Mpox, emphasizing early detection and swift action.
Morocco’s Ministry of Health and Social Protection on Friday directed regional health and social protection managers, as well as university hospital center heads, to update the national monitoring and response plan for Mpox, formerly known as monkeypox.
The updated procedures seek to facilitate the early detection of imported cases, enabling swift action to curb the disease’s spread within the country. Key updates include revised case definitions, handling protocols, and reporting procedures.