Over 120 countries reported cases of mpox between January 2022 to December 2024. As of 08 December 2024, the distribution of reported MPXV clades by country of detection is shown in Figure 1. To date, clade Ib MPXV in Africa has been detected in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (in South Kivu, North Kivu, Kinshasa, Kasai, Tshopo and Tanganyika provinces), as well as in Burundi, Kenya, Rwanda, Uganda, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. Seven countries outside of Africa have detected clade Ib MPXV.
The Oropouche virus is the second most common arbovirus disease in South America, surpassed only by dengue fever.
On November 16, health officials announced the confirmation of the first U.S. case of a new strain of mpox. The California Department of Public Health identified the strain as the Clade I variant, associated with the ongoing mpox outbreak in East Africa.
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BioPerfectus Dengue Virus Real Time PCR Kit has officially received approval from the NMPA (National Medical Products Administration) in China!
Various global health threats have recently continued to pose significant challenges across regions. From outbreaks like Mpox and Dengue Fever to emerging diseases such as Oropouche virus and Avian Influenza, staying updated on the latest developments is crucial for public health safety. Here’s a snapshot of the most recent data and updates on these infectious diseases worldwide.
BioPerfectus two monkeypox PCR kits have been officially included on the Global Fund's list.
"Cities are expanding, becoming a paradise for mosquitoes." Data from Brazil’s Ministry of Health reveals that dengue fever cases have exceeded 6.48 million in 2024, with 5,139 deaths reported as of August 20th—a record high, surpassing even the government's worst predictions.
BioPerfectus has been actively supporting global efforts in mpox testing and control, delivering real-time PCR kits to key health organizations, including Africa CDC, the African Union, and ASLM. Our monkeypox PCR kits have undergone evaluation, consistently proving their performance across multiple assessments:
On August 14, 2024, the WHO declared Mpox (formerly monkeypox) a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC). This year, 13 African countries reported 17,541 cases and 517 deaths, with the DRC alone accounting for 16,789 cases and 511 deaths.
