The Mpox Dashboard on the Africa CDC Knowledge Hub provides a comprehensive overview of the Mpox outbreak in Africa and globally. Mpox, a viral zoonotic disease, primarily affects tropical rainforest regions in Central and West Africa, where it is transmitted from animals to humans, often through rodents and primates. Human-to-human transmission occurs via direct contact with bodily fluids, skin lesions, or contaminated materials from an infected person.
Recent cases have been reported across multiple African countries and even in non-endemic regions, raising global concern. Typical symptoms include fever, rash, swollen lymph nodes, muscle aches, and fatigue. Although generally less severe than smallpox, Mpox can lead to complications, especially in vulnerable populations.
Through this dashboard, the Africa CDC provides critical data on reported cases, regional trends, and ongoing response efforts. Public health actions include case isolation, promoting hygiene practices, enhancing awareness, and vaccination initiatives in affected areas. This centralized resource aims to support African countries in strengthening surveillance, tracking cases, and informing interventions to curb the spread of Mpox.
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