#PODCAST WHO say it's still unclear if a previous Mpox infection can give a person immunity against future infections #sabcnews

By Newsbreak Senior Producer Taresh Harreeparshad - The World Health Organisation says it is not clear whether a previous Mpox infection gives you immunity against future infections. South Africa has recorded a total of 16 Mpox cases - with three deaths. The disease is spread via close physical or sexual contact - presenting as blister-like lesions on the skin. While there is no clear guideline on re-infection of Mpox the US Embassy Centres for Disease Control and Prevention South Africa Director Dr. John Blandford explains that prevention is key...