UN's IOM seeks $18.5m for mpox outbreak aid in East & Southern Africa, targeting vulnerable populations.

The UN's International Organisation for Migration (IOM) seeks $18.5m in aid to address the mpox outbreak's health needs in East and Southern Africa. IOM Director General Amy Pope expresses concern over the virus's spread, especially among vulnerable migrant, mobile, and displaced populations. The IOM aims to support affected individuals with medical care, risk communication, and community engagement to prevent further disease spread.

August 21, 2024
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