As Sierra Leone continues its efforts to contain the spread of the Mpox virus, health authorities are placing renewed emphasis on public education and adherence to infection prevention measures. With vaccine supplies still limited, officials are urging citizens to play an active role in breaking the chain of transmission.
The country is expected to receive an additional 20,000 doses of the Mpox vaccine this weekend, which will be used to immunize those at highest risk. The new batch is a welcome reinforcement to the government’s targeted vaccination campaign, which prioritizes vulnerable populations due to the constrained global supply.
Health experts say that until broader vaccine coverage is achieved, public cooperation in following hygiene protocols and reporting symptoms early remains critical to stopping the outbreak.
