The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has confirmed six new cases of Mpox, bringing the country’s total number of confirmed infections to 1,070 as of May 10, 2026.
According to the latest update released by the GHS, no new deaths have been recorded, leaving the national death toll at eight.
Mpox continues to spread mainly through close physical contact with infected persons, prompting renewed calls for heightened public vigilance and strict personal hygiene practices.
The GHS is urging members of the public to immediately report symptoms such as fever, rash, headache, muscle aches, swollen lymph nodes, chills and unusual tiredness to the nearest health facility for early diagnosis and treatment.
The Service further encouraged the public to remain calm while adhering to preventive measures aimed at limiting the spread of the disease.
