UPDF troops encouraged to stay alert as Mpox cases surge
Mpox is a serious public health threat that spreads through contact. We need to adhere to precautions,” said Col Dr Kyobe, addressing the troops
The UPDF personnel have been urged to maintain vigilance and adhere to preventive measures as the Mpox outbreak intensifies.
Col Dr Henry Kyobe, Incident Commander at the Ministry of Health, issued this call during a briefing at the International Peace Support Operations Training Centre (IPSO TC) in Singo, Nakaseke District, underscoring the gravity of the situation.
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“Mpox is a serious public health threat that spreads through contact. We need to adhere to precautions,” said Col Dr Kyobe, addressing the troops.
He revealed that the outbreak has so far resulted in 1,552 laboratory-confirmed cases and 12 fatalities.
Dr Kyobe 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 remain alert, follow established guidelines, and take steps to protect themselves and their communities from the virus.
Uganda has confirmed over 1,000 cumulative Mpox cases since the outbreak.
Mpox is caused by the monkeypox virus with common symptoms including a rash, fever, headache, back pain, low energy, muscle aches and swollen glands.
The Ministry of Health has with support from the World Health Organisation( WHO) intensified surveillance, risk communication and public awareness among others in a bid to curb the spread of Mpox.
