
Ghana confirms 16 new Mpox cases as total rises to 234
The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has reported 16 new cases of Mpox, bringing the total number of confirmed infections in the country to 234 as of July 18, 2025.
This is an increase from the 218 cases announced on July 14.
According to the GHS, no new deaths have been recorded. The overall number of Mpox-related deaths remains at zero, and there are currently no active hospital admissions linked to the disease.
Mpox is a viral infection that spreads mainly through direct contact with an infected person. This includes touching the skin, rashes, or body fluids of someone who is ill.
GHS continues to advise the public to avoid close physical contact with infected persons, wash their hands frequently with soap and water, avoid touching rashes or fluids from the body, and use protective clothing when taking care of someone unwell.
Symptoms of Mpox often begin with fever and body aches, followed by a rash. The rash may appear on the face, chest, hands, or genitals.
While most people recover without complications, the disease can pose more serious health problems for children, pregnant women, and people with underlying conditions.
The public is advised to rely on trusted sources for information and to report suspected cases to health authorities promptly.