Title: Monkeypox: A new chain of contamination reported in the province of South Kivu
Introduction :
The Monkeypox epidemic continues to spread in the South Kivu province, with new cases having just been reported. According to the sanitary and epidemiological office of the provincial health zone, a chain of contamination of around ten cases was recorded in the Kamitunga health zone, in Mwenga territory. This announcement comes in addition to the 170 cases already confirmed in the region. Health authorities and their partners are mobilized to find effective solutions to fight this disease.
A fierce fight against Monkeypox:
Since the announcement of the first cases in the South Kivu province, the authorities have taken drastic measures to stop the spread of Monkeypox. In October 2023, hunting was temporarily suspended in order to protect the population from possible contact with infected animals. This measure has helped reduce the risk of contamination, but the disease continues to spread in the region.
A red alert for the province of South Kivu:
The World Health Organization (WHO) has classified the province of South Kivu on red alert, considering the region a major source of the spread of Monkeypox in the Democratic Republic of Congo. According to the same source, the province has so far recorded 175 confirmed cases of the disease. This worrying situation requires total mobilization to find effective solutions in terms of prevention and treatment.
The alarming figures of Monkeypox in the DRC:
The Ministry of Public Health, Hygiene and Prevention reported 12,569 suspected cases of Monkeypox nationwide, with 581 deaths recorded. These figures demonstrate the seriousness of the situation and the need for urgent action to control the spread of this disease.
Conclusion :
The Monkeypox epidemic in the South Kivu province constitutes a major challenge for health authorities. Despite the measures taken, the disease continues to spread, endangering the local population. It is essential that health stakeholders intensify their efforts to find effective solutions and protect the population against this disease. Awareness, prevention and treatment of cases are essential actions to contain this epidemic and prevent future outbreaks.