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Devastating Mpox Outbreak Claims 15 Lives in Sierra Leone

6/9/2025

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Sierra Leone is grappling with a devastating mpox outbreak, with 15 lives lost and over 3,000 infections reported in just one month—over half of Africa's new cases. The virus spreads swiftly, especially among the youth, primarily through sexual contact. The overwhelmed healthcare system raises alarming fears of further regional transmission.

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Story summary

Sierra Leone is grappling with a devastating mpox outbreak, with 15 lives lost and over 3,000 infections reported in just one month—over half of Africa's new cases. The virus spreads swiftly, especially among the youth, primarily through sexual contact. The overwhelmed healthcare system raises alarming fears of further regional transmission.