No new mpox cases confirmed since July 22, Health ministry says
Health & Science
By
David Njaaga
| Aug 06, 2024
The Ministry of Health announced that no new mpox cases have been confirmed since a truck driver was identified at Taveta One Stop Border Point on July 22.
In a statement on Tuesday, August 6, Health Principal Secretary Mary Muriuki said the patient, who had been showing symptoms for two weeks, has since recovered and was isolated at Taveta Sub-County Hospital.
“The patient has recovered. However, due to the infectious nature of mpox, we are tracing all contacts including travel companions, sexual partners and healthcare workers,” said Muriuki.
“No other cases have been confirmed in the country so far.”
Mpox was confirmed on July 29 by the National Public Health Laboratories and validated by reference laboratories.
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The disease remains active in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Burundi, Rwanda and Uganda.
The ministry is working with neighbouring countries to identify contacts and potential cases.
In response, it has deployed a rapid response team, activated Public Health Emergency Operation Centres and established incident management teams.
Muriuki advised the public to follow preventive measures such as frequent hand washing, seeking early treatment and avoiding close contact with sick individuals.