Kenya Reports New Mpox Case, Total Reaches 38 Across Nation.
Health officials in Kenya have identified a fresh Mpox case in Makueni county, bringing the nationwide count to 38 confirmed infections. The cases span 12 counties, with Nakuru leading at 10 cases, followed by Mombasa with 8, and Busia recording 4 cases. Other affected regions include Nairobi, Kajiado, Bungoma, Taita Taveta, Kericho, Makueni, Kilifi, Kiambu, and Uasin Gishu, each reporting between one and two cases.
The Ministry of Health has tracked 255 individuals who came into contact with infected patients. Of these contacts, 246 have completed the standard 21-day monitoring period, with nine testing positive for the virus. The remaining contacts remain under active surveillance.
The government has intensified screening measures at entry points, examining over 3.2 million travelers and flagging suspicious cases for further investigation. The National Public Health Laboratory and partner facilities have processed 412 samples from suspected cases, confirming 38 positive results and 374 negative outcomes.
In response to the outbreak, health authorities have launched comprehensive intervention strategies. The Ministry has partnered with County Governments to enhance surveillance in high-risk areas. Rapid response teams support active case detection, contact tracing, and patient care, including mental health services for affected individuals.
Public health officials have strengthened community engagement initiatives in affected counties to raise awareness about Mpox prevention. The Ministry's school health program has collaborated with education authorities to implement infection control measures in learning institutions.
The health ministry has urged medical professionals to maintain heightened vigilance and follow strict infection control protocols. Public health guidelines emphasize avoiding close contact with infected individuals, using protective equipment when caring for patients, maintaining separate bedding and clothing for sick individuals, practicing regular hand washing, and promptly reporting suspected cases to health facilities.
Health officials in Kenya have identified a fresh Mpox case in Makueni county, bringing the nationwide count to 38 confirmed infections. The cases span 12 counties, with Nakuru leading at 10 cases, followed by Mombasa with 8, and Busia recording 4 cases. Other affected regions include Nairobi, Kajiado, Bungoma, Taita Taveta, Kericho, Makueni, Kilifi, Kiambu, and Uasin Gishu, each reporting between one and two cases.
The Ministry of Health has tracked 255 individuals who came into contact with infected patients. Of these contacts, 246 have completed the standard 21-day monitoring period, with nine testing positive for the virus. The remaining contacts remain under active surveillance.
The government has intensified screening measures at entry points, examining over 3.2 million travelers and flagging suspicious cases for further investigation. The National Public Health Laboratory and partner facilities have processed 412 samples from suspected cases, confirming 38 positive results and 374 negative outcomes.
In response to the outbreak, health authorities have launched comprehensive intervention strategies. The Ministry has partnered with County Governments to enhance surveillance in high-risk areas. Rapid response teams support active case detection, contact tracing, and patient care, including mental health services for affected individuals.
Public health officials have strengthened community engagement initiatives in affected counties to raise awareness about Mpox prevention. The Ministry's school health program has collaborated with education authorities to implement infection control measures in learning institutions.
The health ministry has urged medical professionals to maintain heightened vigilance and follow strict infection control protocols. Public health guidelines emphasize avoiding close contact with infected individuals, using protective equipment when caring for patients, maintaining separate bedding and clothing for sick individuals, practicing regular hand washing, and promptly reporting suspected cases to health facilities.
