A new strain of the mpox virus, called clade Ib, is evolving rapidly and raising global concerns after spreading from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Scientists studying this strain warn that the virus is changing faster than anticipated, particularly in regions where tracking efforts are hindered by limited funding and equipment. This situation complicates…
New mpox strain in DRC mutating faster than expected
Original Article by Jennifer Rigby & Julie Steenhuysen | Reuters | 27 August 2024
A new strain of the mpox virus, called clade Ib, is evolving rapidly and raising global concerns after spreading from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Scientists studying this strain warn that the virus is changing faster than anticipated, particularly in regions where tracking efforts are hindered by limited funding and equipment. This situation complicates […]
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