The mpox epidemic is not over: Reducing disproportionate burden in Africa and persistent global risk require a sustained response.

Kazadi, Dieudonné Mwamba; Lewis, Rosamund F; Akilimali, Pierre; Kalala, Danny; Van Kerkhove, Maria; Ihekweazu, Chikwe · PLoS Med · 2026

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Abstract

While global interest in mpox may be waning, outbreaks, illness, and death continue across Africa and the world. Ending transmission requires a sustained global response that moves beyond reactive measures.

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