The eradication of smallpox set the stage for today's mpox ... - NPR
WEB13 hours ago · Looking back, researchers now see that the origins of mpox are inextricably intertwined with the fight against smallpox. “We vaccinated for smallpox and eradicated it. But look, something came ...
Congo finally begins mpox vaccinations in a drive to slow …
WEB3 days ago · Congolese authorities have started vaccinations against mpox, nearly two months after the disease outbreak that spread from Congo to several other African countries and beyond was declared a global emergency.
Congo begins mpox vaccination rollout nearly two months after …
WEB3 days ago · The continent of 1.4 billion people has only secured commitment for 5.9 million doses of mpox vaccines, expected to be available from October through December, Dr. Jean Kaseya, head of the Africa ...
WHO prequalifies the first vaccine against mpox
WEBSep 13, 2024 · Available data shows that a single-dose MVA-BN vaccine given before exposure has an estimated 76% effectiveness in protecting people against mpox, with the 2-dose schedule achieving an estimated 82% effectiveness. Vaccination after exposure is less effective than pre-exposure vaccination.
Congo begins mpox vaccinations in effort to slow outbreaks
WEB3 days ago · By Ruth Alonga. Oct. 5, 2024 8:52 AM PT. GOMA, Congo —. Congolese authorities on Saturday began vaccination against mpox, nearly two months after the disease outbreak that spread from Congo to ...
WHO grants first mpox vaccine approval to ramp up response to …
WEBSep 13, 2024 · The World Health Organization says it has granted its first authorization for use of a vaccine against mpox in adults, calling it an important step toward fighting against the disease in Africa.
WHO approves first mpox vaccine to boost access in Africa
WEBSep 13, 2024 · The World Health Organization (WHO) has approved the use of an mpox vaccine for the first time, which it says should facilitate “timely and increased access” for millions at risk in Africa where...
W.H.O. Authorizes Mpox Vaccine, Clearing Way for Use in Africa
WEBSep 13, 2024 · The World Health Organization has given its authorization to a first vaccine to protect against mpox, a decision announced in such haste on Friday that it caught even the head of the company that...
WHO and partners establish an access and allocation mechanism for mpox …
WEBSep 13, 2024 · In coordination with Member States, the World Health Organization (WHO) and partners have established an access and allocation mechanism for mpox medical countermeasures including vaccines, treatments and diagnostic tests.
Congo Finally Begins Mpox Vaccinations in Drive to Slow …
WEB3 days ago · U.S. News Decision Points. GOMA, Congo (AP) — Congolese authorities on Saturday began vaccination against mpox, nearly two months after the disease outbreak that spread from Congo to several ...