WHO prequalifies the first vaccine against mpox
WEBSep 13, 2024 · Available data shows that a single-dose MVA-BN vaccine given before exposure has an estimated 76% effectiveness in protecting people against mpox, with the 2-dose schedule achieving an estimated 82% effectiveness. Vaccination after exposure is less effective than pre-exposure vaccination.
WHO grants first mpox vaccine approval to ramp up response to …
WEBSep 13, 2024 · The World Health Organization says it has granted its first authorization for use of a vaccine against mpox in adults, calling it an important step toward fighting against the disease in Africa.
U.S. prepares for possible arrival of more severe strain of mpox - NBC News
WEBSep 6, 2024 · The Jynneos mpox vaccine, given in two doses, is effective against both clade 1 and clade 2 of mpox. The CDC’s vaccine recommendation remains limited to anyone who is considered at high...
WHO approves first mpox vaccine to boost access in Africa
WEBSep 13, 2024 · The World Health Organization (WHO) has approved the use of an mpox vaccine for the first time, which it says should facilitate “timely and increased access” for millions at risk in Africa where...
W.H.O. Authorizes Mpox Vaccine, Clearing Way for Use in Africa
WEBSep 13, 2024 · The World Health Organization has given its authorization to a first vaccine to protect against mpox, a decision announced in such haste on Friday that it caught even the head of the company that...
Vaccination under way as mpox cases continue to rise
WEB1 day ago · Africa's vaccination campaign has been bolstered by the donation of mpox vaccine doses. The US Government has donated 50 000 doses to DR Congo and 10 000 to Nigeria and DR Congo; Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance has donated 15 460 doses to DR Congo; the EU has donated 215 000 doses to DR Congo; at least 100 000 doses are coming from France; Spain is donating 20% of its mpox vaccine stockpile (ie ...
WHO and partners establish an access and allocation mechanism for mpox …
WEBSep 13, 2024 · In coordination with Member States, the World Health Organization (WHO) and partners have established an access and allocation mechanism for mpox medical countermeasures including vaccines, treatments and diagnostic tests.
Mpox is spreading rapidly. Here are the questions researchers are ...
WEBAug 28, 2024 · How effective are vaccines against the clade I virus? Just as was the case during the COVID-19 pandemic, health experts are looking to vaccines to help curb this mpox outbreak.
Mpox: What you need to know about the latest public health ... - UN News
WEBAug 20, 2024 · The UN health agency recommends several vaccines for use against mpox. However, mass vaccination, which rolled out during the COVID-19 global pandemic, is not currently recommended. Many years...
Readout of Secretary Becerra’s Meeting with WHO and Africa CDC on Mpox
WEB1 day ago · The Secretary opened the meeting by reaffirming the U.S. Government’s commitment to collaboration and support for the region, including the recently announced $500 million in bilateral aid and one million mpox vaccine doses to affected African countries to prevent and respond to this evolving crisis.