Which disease has recently been declared a global health emergency by WHO?
AMpox
BPolio
CHepatitis
DMalaria
Explanation
– Mpox (formerly known as monkeypox) was declared a Public Health Emergency of International Concern by the World Health Organization amid a significant outbreak, particularly affecting parts of Africa.
– The declaration reflected concerns over a new, more severe clade of the virus spreading across multiple countries.
– Mpox causes fever, rash, and lesions, and can spread through close physical contact.
– The WHO’s emergency declaration aimed to mobilize international resources for vaccination, treatment, and containment efforts.
Exam Relevance
- Topic: March 2025
- Subtopic: Current Affairs - March 2025

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