The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has heightened its public health alert following a fresh surge in Mpox infections across the country, urging citizens to remain vigilant and strictly adhere to preventive measures.
As of October 1, 2025, a total of 13 new cases have been confirmed, pushing Ghana’s cumulative number of infections to 670 since the outbreak began. The Service also reported three deaths linked to the virus, with one patient currently under medical care.
Health officials say the upward trend in infections calls for greater public cooperation in early detection and prevention.
“We are not only managing the cases but also intensifying surveillance and community awareness,” a GHS spokesperson said, adding that public education and prompt reporting are crucial to halting the spread.
Mpox, a viral disease that spreads through close physical contact with an infected person, is characterised by symptoms such as fever, rash, headache, muscle pain, swollen lymph nodes, chills, and fatigue.
The GHS has reiterated calls for Ghanaians to maintain good personal hygiene, avoid close contact with suspected cases, and seek immediate medical attention when symptoms appear.
The Service further indicated that regional health directorates have been placed on high alert to strengthen case tracking, isolation, and treatment interventions.
Public health experts warn that while Mpox is not as contagious as COVID-19, failure to adhere to safety protocols could lead to localised outbreaks, especially in densely populated areas.
