12 so far dead of Mpox with over 1500 laboratory cases confirmed.

NAKASEKE: The Incident Commander at the Ministry of Health Col Dr Henry Kyobe has confirmed that the Mpox outbreak in Uganda has resulted in 1,552 laboratory-confirmed cases and 12 fatalities.

Dr Henry Kyobe said this during a briefing at the International Peace Support Operations Training Centre (IPSO TC) in Singo, Nakaseke District, underscoring the gravity of the situation.

He encouraged the UPDF personnel to keep vigilance and adhere to preventive measures as the Mpox outbreak is serious and poses a threat to health.

“Mpox is a serious public health threat that spreads through contact. We need to adhere to precautions.” Said Dr Kyobe.

Col Dr Henry Kyobe further outlined the main symptoms of Mpox, which include fever, back pain, swollen lymph nodes, sore throat, and distinctive skin lesions.

Health officials have reiterated their appeal to the public to stay alert, follow established guidelines, and take steps to protect themselves and their communities from the virus.