South Africa Faces Rising Concerns with Second Mpox Death in a Week

South Africa Faces Rising Concerns with Second Mpox Death in a Week

Felix Harbour
13 Jun 2024

South Africa's health ministry reports a second mpox death this week. A 38-year-old man from KwaZulu-Natal succumbed to the disease, making it the second fatality in a week. The total number of cases has risen to six, all severe. Efforts include rapid deployment of Tecovirimat treatment to combat a potential outbreak.