Mpox cases in Rondônia, Brazil, have risen to eight after the State Health Vigilance Agency confirmed two additional diagnoses. The new cases involve a 28-year-old woman and an 8-year-old child, adding to the existing profile of the affected individuals, which includes five men aged between 20 and 35, and a 16-year-old teenager. This increase highlights the ongoing challenges in managing mpox outbreaks in the region.

Mpox is a viral disease characterized by fever and skin lesions that can develop into blisters and sores. The disease primarily spreads through direct contact with lesions or contaminated objects. The recorded cases in Rondônia have all been registered in the capital, Porto Velho, where the patients are undergoing clinical evaluation and are advised to remain in isolation to prevent further spread.

Health authorities are urging individuals with suspicious lesions, regardless of fever, to seek care at healthcare facilities. This incident underscores the importance of public health vigilance and proactive measures in addressing mpox, particularly in keeping the community informed and safe during the outbreak.