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The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has announced the confirmation of 18 fresh cases of Mpox, pushing the cumulative number of infections nationwide to 346.
The death toll remains unchanged at one, with no additional fatalities reported and no patients currently receiving hospital care.
In its previous update on 7 August 2025, the GHS urged the public to remain alert, avoid close contact with anyone displaying symptoms, and swiftly report suspected cases to the nearest health facility.
According to the Service, it is working in close collaboration with its regional directorates to trace contacts and strengthen the country’s coordinated response to the outbreak.
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