Fatshimetrie
The province of Kwango, located in the Democratic Republic of Congo, is facing an alarming situation: the spread of monkeypox. Indeed, ten health zones out of the fourteen in the province are affected by this disease, with at least 145 suspected cases recorded, including two confirmed deaths. These figures revealed by the provincial Minister of Health, Dr. Apollinaire Yumba, highlight a health emergency that requires a rapid and effective response.
The challenges facing the province of Kwango in the fight against monkeypox are multiple. The lack of inputs for care and sample collection is a major obstacle. Indeed, the minister stressed that the province is having difficulty providing the necessary medicines and adequate protective equipment. He also called for urgent intervention by the central government to provide sample collection kits and set up vaccination campaigns against the disease.
Among the confirmed cases of monkeypox, the Kenge and Kasongo Lunda health zones are the most affected. This situation highlights the need for coordinated and rapid action to contain the spread of the disease in these regions. The alarm sounded by the Minister of Health highlights the urgency of the situation and calls for collective mobilization to protect the population of Kwango province.
It is essential that Kwango province be included among the public health priorities, particularly with regard to monkeypox vaccination. Prevention and awareness-raising play a crucial role in the fight against this disease, and it is imperative that concrete measures are taken to stem its spread.
In conclusion, the monkeypox situation in Kwango province requires an urgent and coordinated response. The mobilization of health authorities, the central government and health stakeholders is essential to protect the population of this region against this disease. It is time to act proactively and effectively to control the situation and ensure the health and safety of the people of Kwango.