According to Ghana News Agency:ear-old male and a 33-year-old female, who are currently undergoing treatment. The affected District Health Directorates and the staff of the Regional Directorate are collaborating to prevent any further spread of the disease. All districts, health facilities, and port health units in the region have increased surveillance and risk communication for Mpox.
Common symptoms of Mpox are skin rash or mucosal lesions, which can last 2-4 weeks and may be accompanied by fever, headache, muscle aches, back pain, low energy, and swollen lymph nodes. The virus spreads through touch, kissing, or sex, as well as animal hunting, skinning, or cooking.
The Directorate reminded residents of the region about the need to protect themselves from the disease through preventive measures. It advised that in suspected or confirmed Mpox cases, direct physical contact should be avoided by ensuring strict isolation. The use of protective gowns, masks, gloves, safe disposal of contaminated materials, and proper hand washing are required.
It was indicated that the Volta Regional Health Directorate's Disease Surveillance Unit is on 24-hour standby to support districts that identify suspected Mpox cases.
