Monkey pox, commonly known as Monkey Pox, continues to wreak havoc in the Monyeka health zone, Bolomba territory, Equateur province. Since the start of the year, at least 35 people have lost their lives to this devastating disease.
The first signs of the epidemic appeared more than a year ago, but it is in the Bokala groupement, located in the Lusanganya sector, that the situation is most critical. With more than 35 deaths recorded since January 2024, the local community is in shock.
The recent death of a pastor from the PATMOS Church in the village of Bosilela, considered the current epicenter of the epidemic, has deeply affected the population. His father also succumbed to the disease, and his three children are currently in critical condition, hospitalized in a health center.
The authorities and humanitarian organizations seem to be indifferent to the seriousness of the situation, leaving the local nurse overwhelmed by the growing number of patients and the cruel lack of medicines to ensure their care. The spread of the disease is favored by the lack of awareness and respect for hygiene measures.
In these difficult times, it is essential to raise awareness about the importance of hygiene and the prevention of infectious diseases. Solidarity and rapid action by the authorities could be the keys to stemming this deadly epidemic and avoiding further tragedies in the Monyeka region.
To find out more about this news, you can consult the following articles:
– [Article on Monkey Pox](link1)
– [Detailed analysis of the situation in Monyeka](link2)
Let’s stay informed and mobilized to fight monkeypox and protect the health of our communities.