Cape Town has recorded the majority of South Africa’s confirmed Mpox cases, with the Health Department urging the public to remain vigilant as infections continue to increase.
The latest figures, highlighted by eNCA, show that 18 cases had been confirmed by Thursday, with one additional probable case also reported.
Of the confirmed infections, 15 were recorded in Cape Town, while three were identified in Gauteng and one in KwaZulu-Natal.
The figures point to a recent increase in cases, with 13 of the confirmed infections reported within a single month. Health authorities are now encouraging people to remain alert to possible symptoms and seek medical attention if they develop signs associated with the virus.
Those diagnosed range in age from 23 to 50 years. Mpox can present with several symptoms, including;
- Fever
- Headaches
- Muscle aches
- Back pain
- Fatigue.
A rash or skin lesions are among the more recognisable symptoms and can develop on areas including the face, hands and feet, as well as elsewhere on the body.
Mpox is primarily transmitted through close physical contact with someone who has the infection.
Transmission can also occur through contact with contaminated materials. Items such as bedding, clothing and towels can carry the virus if they have been exposed to an infected person.
Understanding how the virus spreads remains an important part of reducing the risk of transmission, particularly as health authorities monitor the recent increase in cases.
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