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Mpox Virus Surges: Urgent Call for Global Action

4/1/2025

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The Mpox virus, once called monkeypox, is emerging as a grave global health threat, according to scientists at the University of Surrey. With rising human-to-human transmission and alarming mutations, outbreaks are spreading beyond Central Africa. Experts urgently call for enhanced diagnostics and antiviral treatments to avert potential epidemics.

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The Mpox virus, once called monkeypox, is emerging as a grave global health threat, according to scientists at the University of Surrey. With rising human-to-human transmission and alarming mutations, outbreaks are spreading beyond Central Africa. Experts urgently call for enhanced diagnostics and antiviral treatments to avert potential epidemics.