Congo faces setback in mpox response after Rwanda-backed rebels advance in the east

Hospitals in eastern Congo, once leading the response to an mpox outbreak, are now struggling to detect and treat the disease due to the advance of Rwanda-backed rebels. The conflict has disrupted efforts to contain the virus, leading to shortages of supplies and hindering patient care. As cases of mpox increase, negotiations for a humanitarian corridor are underway to improve access to aid in conflict zones.

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