#PODCAST Experts call for calm amid the Mpox outbreak - say proper hygiene is the best way to safeguard yourself #sabcnews

By Newsbreak Producer Matthew Veeran - The Department of Health recently announced that laboratory-confirmed Mpox cases in South Africa has climbed to 16 confirmed cases and three fatalities since May. Experts say that although the numbers may seem alarming, the majority of Mpox patients recover within 2 to 4 weeks with appropriate care and hygiene practices. Currently, the cases are concentrated in KwaZulu-Natal, Gauteng, and Western Cape. Profmed Clinical Executive Justine Lacy says it is crucial to now stay informed and vigilant - all while maintaining a sense of calm...