New Virulent Mpox Strain Prompts Global Health Emergency

The World Health Organization raises alarm as a more lethal mpox variant spreads beyond Africa, with cases now reported in Europe and Asia.

The new clade 1b strain of mpox, more severe than previous versions, has been identified in Sweden and Pakistan.
Experts warn that the virus, which has a higher mortality rate, may already be present in the UK.
Children and immunocompromised individuals are particularly vulnerable to severe disease from this strain.
The WHO and Africa CDC have declared the outbreak a public health emergency, urging international cooperation.
Vaccination and behavioral changes are recommended to mitigate the spread of the virus.