In brief
Two new cases of a more infectious strain of mpox have been identified in the UK, both linked to a previously infected individual. Health authorities say the situation is under control as vaccinations are being administered to all affected people.
The news comes as the disease, previously known as monkeypox, continues to pose challenges in Central Africa with thousands affected this year, particularly among children. Despite the new cases, the UK Health Security Agency emphasizes that the overall risk of rapid transmission within Britain remains low.As infections spread in Central Africa, particularly in the Democratic Republic of Congo, where there have been hundreds of deaths this year, the authorities are urging vigilance and vaccination.
