CDC Warns of Deadlier Mpox Strain Spreading in Congo

Rising cases of a more lethal mpox variant in Congo could pose a global threat if not contained, experts caution.

Nearly 20,000 cases and 1,000 deaths reported in Congo due to the Clade I mpox strain since January 2023.
Clade I has a higher mortality rate compared to Clade II, which caused the 2022 global outbreak.
The CDC urges at-risk populations to get vaccinated as the virus shows signs of resurgence in the U.S.
Researchers discovered a new Clade Ib strain in Congo, raising concerns about detection and spread.
Global health organizations are called to take urgent action to prevent another widespread outbreak.