DR Congo Faces Critical Mpox Vaccine Shortage Amid Rising Cases
International pledges fall short as the Democratic Republic of Congo battles a severe Mpox outbreak, with over 18,000 suspected cases and 615 deaths this year.
- DR Congo has yet to receive promised vaccine doses despite being the epicenter of the outbreak.
- The US, Japan, and several European countries have pledged millions of doses, but delivery dates remain uncertain.
- Experts urge prioritizing DR Congo for vaccine distribution to prevent further spread.
- The WHO has launched a $135 million plan to improve vaccine access and outbreak response.
- Local vaccine production in Africa is seen as crucial for long-term outbreak management.
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