WHO Approves 3 Mpox Tests Amid Surging Cases in Africa

On October 3, the World Health Organization (WHO) authorized the first mpox in vitro diagnostic test under its Emergency Use listing procedure. As mpox cases continue to spread regionally in Africa, this measure will help improve both timely treatment and containment of the virus, the WHO stated.

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JAMA
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2024-11-08
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https://doi.org/10.1001/jama.2024.22563
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Zoonotic diseases and public health
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WHO Approves 3 Mpox Tests Amid Surging Cases in Africa

Samantha Anderer
JAMA
Zoonotic diseases and public health
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WHO Approves 3 Mpox Tests Amid Surging Cases in Africa

Samantha Anderer
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Abstract

On October 3, the World Health Organization (WHO) authorized the first mpox in vitro diagnostic test under its Emergency Use listing procedure. As mpox cases continue to spread regionally in Africa, this measure will help improve both timely treatment and containment of the virus, the WHO stated.

JAMAVol. 332(21)
Good health and well-being
Openalex Percentile: Top 69%
Zoonotic diseases and public health
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