Experts at the Aga Khan University Hospital emphasized that the mpox outbreak is no longer limited to travel-related cases, indicating potential local transmission. The Sindh health department confirmed that seven newborns tested positive for the virus, with four of them succumbing to the infection. This alarming development has prompted a high-level investigation team to assess the situation and recommend urgent containment measures.
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Mpox Outbreak Raises Alarm in Khairpur, Sindh Healthcare
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A significant outbreak of mpox in Khairpur has raised alarms among health experts, with seven newborns confirmed infected and four fatalities reported. The Aga Khan University Hospital has called for immediate action from healthcare providers and policymakers to address the public health crisis.
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