Ghana Confirms 13 New Mpox Cases, Total Infections Rise to 670 — GHS
Ghana Confirms 13 New Mpox Cases, Total Infections Rise to 670 — GHS
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The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has confirmed 13 new cases of Mpox, increasing the country’s cumulative case count to 670 as of October 1, 2025.
In its latest update, the GHS noted that no new deaths have been recorded, keeping the national fatality figure at three (3). One patient is currently receiving treatment in a health facility.
Mpox, a viral disease transmitted primarily through close contact with infected individuals, remains a public health concern in Ghana.
Health authorities have urged the public to maintain good personal hygiene and report suspected symptoms such as:
- Fever
- Rash
- Headache
- Muscle aches
- Swollen lymph nodes
- Chills
- Fatigue
The GHS reaffirmed its commitment to monitoring and controlling the spread of the disease through enhanced surveillance, contact tracing, and community sensitisation campaigns.
It further advised citizens to avoid close contact with persons exhibiting Mpox symptoms and to seek immediate medical care if they experience any of the listed signs.
