A Coordinated Research Roadmap on mpox Virus
ABOUT THIS DOCUMENT A scientific conference was held on August 29-30, 2024. It focused on aligning mpox research with outbreak response goals. This meeting was part of a comprehensive effort to align research initiatives with the practical needs of mpox outbreak control, emphasizing collaboration, regulatory and ethical considerations, and the leadership of affected countries. Over […]
Mpox Continental Preparedness and Response Plan for Africa
Executive Summary On August 13, 2024, the Africa CDC declared the mpox outbreak a Public Health Emergency of Continental Security (PHECS). The following day, the WHO declared it a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC). A coordinated, continent-wide response is essential, co-led by the African Union (AU) through the Africa CDC and the World […]