The Nkwanta North District in Oti Region has confirmed its first case of mpox, a viral disease that has raised global health concerns.
This confirmation comes as the world continues to grapple with a surge in cases.
District Health Director for Nkwanta North, Eric Kojo Agboka, made the announcement during a press briefing with Adom News, aimed at keeping the public informed and addressing potential fears surrounding the outbreak.
He explained that mpox, previously known as monkeypox, is a zoonotic viral infection that can be transmitted from animals to humans and spread between humans.
