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WHO Weighs Mpox Response as Marburg Virus Outbreak Ends

Following the end of the outbreak of Marburg Virus Disease in Equatorial Guinea, the World Health Organisation continues its work in co-ordinating a response to mpox (previously monkeypox). While the global health body no longer considers it "a public health emergency of international concern", the WHO is encouraging countries to integrate mpox into their routine HIV/Aids programmes for a sustainable response.

Ongoing community engagement remains a key pillar of an effective response in countries, the WHO said in a statement. "The job is not done yet. We encourage countries to integrate mpox into their routine programmes and improve preparedness for future outbreaks," said Joumana Hermez, WHO Eastern Mediterranean regional advisor HIV, Hepatitis and STIs.

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