Summary:
- According to Mubangizi, Kisoro’s proximity to two international borders increases the risk of residents contracting the disease.
KISORO: Journalists in Kisoro District have been urged to play a key role in combating Mpox by sharing preventive measures through their work.
This call has made by the District Health Educator, Mubangizi Valentino, during a media engagement sponsored by USAID’s Social Behavioral Change program.
According to Mubangizi, Kisoro’s proximity to two international borders increases the risk of residents contracting the disease. He emphasized the importance of the public adopting healthy preventive measures to curb the spread of the Mpox virus.
Recognizing the influential role of the media, Mubangizi explained that involving journalists in the fight against Mpox was crucial to fostering combined efforts aimed at curbing the disease and alleviating the associated distress.
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Mubangizi also highlighted some of the common signs and symptoms of Mpox, warning that sexual immorality, among other factors, is a leading cause of the virus’ transmission.
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In addition, Mubangizi cautioned the public to remain vigilant against other infectious diseases, such as Anthrax.
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