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Bavarian Nordic's shares surged after securing a contract to supply mpox vaccines amid a global outbreak. The disease has seen a significant rise in cases, particularly in Congo, prompting urgent vaccination efforts and international calls for increased vaccine availability.

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A concerning outbreak of mpox (formerly known as monkeypox) is currently unfolding in the Democratic Republic of Congo, with over 1,000 new cases reported in just one week. The outbreak, linked to a particularly dangerous variant of the virus known as clade 1B, has been exacerbated by public health challenges and resources strained by historical issues in outbreak response and vaccination efforts.

The World Health Organization has characterized mpox as a public health issue, calling for urgent vaccinations, especially given the increasing case numbers not just in Congo but also in other regions, including Africa and beyond. Countries are ramping up efforts for vaccination, with initiatives supported by health organizations and pharmaceutical contracts being put into place for vaccine supplies. For instance, Bavarian Nordic has announced that it will provide millions of doses of both mpox and smallpox vaccines, responding to global demand.

In a bid to tackle the outbreak, Kenya, similarly affected, is set to start its vaccination program against mpox and is assessing its preparedness amid concerns that it may fall short in an emergency. Meanwhile, the mpox virus has also been detected in travelers from Africa to places such as Thailand, prompting health authorities to bolster surveillance and response efforts.

As health systems struggle to manage the crisis, experts express that challenges remain—affecting timely response and vaccination efforts—which is critical for controlling the spread of the virus. The international community's attention toward the disease is increasing, indicating a need for coordinated efforts to confront the threat posed by mpox, particularly in regions where it has been endemic.

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Bavarian Nordic shares pop over 13% on earnings beat, bumper mpox vaccine order

CNBC - 187 days ago - Shares of Danish biotech company Bavarian Nordic jumped Thursday after reporting first-half earnings and a bumper mpox vaccine order.

Africa: UN Migration Agency Issues $18.5 Million Appeal to Prepare for Mpox 'Surge'

AllAfrica - 188 days ago - The spread of mpox across the Horn, eastern and southern Africa has increased the risk of infection for migrants who need "crucial" healthcare and other support ahead of an "anticipated surge" in cases, the UN migration agency (IOM) said on Wednesday, in an appeal for $18.5 million to fund the response.

Why has WHO declared mpox a global health emergency? We answered your questions

The Globe and Mail - 188 days ago - From travel to vaccines, The Globe’s health columnist André Picard answered your questions on the mpox virus and the global health emergency

In Congo, a desperate struggle to control the deadly mpox outbreak

The Economist - 188 days ago - A rush to isolate the disease and vaccinate people is under way

Bavarian Nordic gets 440,000 dose contract to supply smallpox and mpox vaccines

Channel News Asia - 188 days ago - Bavarian Nordic said on Wednesday (Aug 21) that it has received a contract to supply 440,000 doses of smallpox and mpox vaccines to an undisclosed European country. The Danish biotech

Bavarian Nordic gets 440,000 dose contract to supply smallpox and mpox vaccines

The Globe and Mail - 188 days ago - Last week, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared that an outbreak of mpox, a viral infection that spreads through close contact, represents a global health emergency for the second time in two years

Africa Requests More Mpox Vaccines as Congo Reports 1,000 New Cases

Newsweek - 188 days ago - The World Health Organization declared mpox a global health emergency last week.

Why Kenya is ill-prepared for Mpox health emergency

Business Daily Africa - 188 days ago - As of today, Kenya has reported its first confirmed case of Mpox caused by a deadly strain only seen in the Democratic Republic of Congo, this is according to WHO.

GAVI statement on mpox emergency in Africa

The Sierra Leone Telegraph - 188 days ago - GAVI: Sierra Leone Telegraph: 21 August 2024: Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance continues to be deeply concerned about the escalating mpox emergency on the African continent. We welcome recently announced…

Amid mpox global health emergency, New York pharmacists get OK to vaccinate adults

Newsday - 188 days ago - Officials authorized the two-dose JYNNEOS vaccine as a more transmissible and virulent version of the virus takes hold in more African countries.

Is there a vaccine for mpox? Who can get the shot and where? How to find it in Florida

Medical Xpress - 188 days ago - Should you get an mpox vaccine? The World Health Organization this month declared a global health emergency for mpox, formerly known as monkeypox, as scientists monitor a more contagious form of the virus that is spreading across Africa, with at least one reported case in Sweden.

What to know about the mpox vaccine and where to find it in Florida

Tampa Bay Times - 188 days ago - Jynneos has predominantly been used in the country since a 2022 outbreak of the disease, according to the CDC.

What is mpox? History, symptoms and vaccination

Silicon Republic - 188 days ago - Texas State University’s Dr Rodney E Rohde gives an insight into this latest public health emergency: the mpx virus.

Congo reports more than 1,000 new mpox cases in a week. African authorities ask for vaccines

Medical Xpress - 188 days ago - Congo reported more than 1,000 new mpox cases in the last week up to Tuesday as African health authorities asked for desperately needed vaccines to help fight its "growing" threat on the continent. The World Health Organization has declared the outbreaks in Africa a global emergency.

Liberia: WHO Accelerates Mpox Vaccine Access for Lower-Income Countries

AllAfrica - 188 days ago - The World Health Organization (WHO) has called on countries to approve the Emergency Use Listing (EUL) to accelerate vaccines for the Mpox disease to combat the ongoing outbreak that has been reported in Africa, Sweden, and Pakistan.

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Bavarian Nordic shares pop over 13% on earnings beat, bumper mpox vaccine order

Africa: UN Migration Agency Issues $18.5 Million Appeal to Prepare for Mpox 'Surge'

Why has WHO declared mpox a global health emergency? We answered your questions

In Congo, a desperate struggle to control the deadly mpox outbreak

Bavarian Nordic gets 440,000 dose contract to supply smallpox and mpox vaccines

Bavarian Nordic gets 440,000 dose contract to supply smallpox and mpox vaccines

Africa Requests More Mpox Vaccines as Congo Reports 1,000 New Cases

Why Kenya is ill-prepared for Mpox health emergency

GAVI statement on mpox emergency in Africa

Amid mpox global health emergency, New York pharmacists get OK to vaccinate adults

Is there a vaccine for mpox? Who can get the shot and where? How to find it in Florida

What to know about the mpox vaccine and where to find it in Florida

What is mpox? History, symptoms and vaccination

Congo reports more than 1,000 new mpox cases in a week. African authorities ask for vaccines

Liberia: WHO Accelerates Mpox Vaccine Access for Lower-Income Countries

Mpox is not the new COVID, WHO official says. Here’s why

Congo reports more than 1,000 new mpox cases in a week. African authorities ask for vaccines

Thailand Detects Mpox in European Man Who Traveled From Africa

Thailand says mpox case recorded in traveler from Africa

Thailand reports suspected case of new mpox strain

Kenya to start Mpox vaccination