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Misinformation on social media is creating unnecessary panic

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Public Health PS Mary Muthoni. [Collins Oduor, Standard]

The rise of misinformation surrounding Mpox, particularly on social media, is posing significant challenges to public health efforts. As the Ministry of Health continues its work to manage the outbreak, misleading comparisons to the Covid-19 pandemic are creating unnecessary panic.

It is important to clarify that Mpox and Covid-19 are entirely different viruses, with distinct transmission patterns and health risks.

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