In July 2022 WHO declared mpox outbreak a public health emergency. Recently, there has been rise in mpox cases in Malawi and globally. This webinar aims at uncovering aspects related to the spread of this disease as well as how to contain it.
Webinar Title: Mpox Disease
Objectives:
- What is mpox disease?
- Transmission and its epidemiology.
- Signs and symptoms of mpox.
- Diagnosis.
- Treatment and vaccination
Speaker: Dr. Daniel Kaonga
Dr Daniel Kaonga is a medical officer currently working at Queen Elizabeth Central Hospital in the Department of Dermatology. He holds a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) from Kamuzu University of Health Sciences formerly the University of Malawi, College of Medicine.
Date: Tuesday, 3rd of September 2024
Time: 12.00 Noon CAT
Duration: 90 min
CPD Points: 1.5