MPOX outbreak in Africa
The urgent need for local manufacturing of the vaccine and decolonized health systems
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 15366397 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Adanze Nge Cynthia (0000-0003-3802-9653, University of Buea, corresponding author), Gordon Takop Nchanji (0000-0003-1271-5057, University of Buea) |
| Year | 2025 |
| Volume | 25 |
| Issue | 1 |
| Pages | 3838-3838 |
| Publication date | 2025-11-07 |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | BMC Public Health (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 1471-2458 • E-ISSN: 1471-2458 |
| Publisher | BioMed Central (PUBLISHER • GB) |
| DOI | 10.1186/s12889-025-25120-x |
| PMID | 41204158 |
| OpenAlex | W4415995327 |
| Language | EN |
| Citations received | 1 |
| References cited | 43 |
Addressing MPOX and future health threats in Africa demands a shift toward decolonized health systems that emphasize South-South collaboration, indigenous knowledge, and local ownership. Strategic interventions, such as regulatory harmonization, equitable technology transfer, and capacity-building, are essential to reduce external dependency. Coordinated short-term actions and long-term investments are crucial for fostering resilient, self-sustaining health systems that can respond effectively to emerging infectious diseases
Biostatistics · Global health · Healthcare system · Indigenous · Outbreak · Public health · Global Health and Surgery · Vaccine Coverage and Hesitancy · Viral Infections and Outbreaks Research · Health Policy
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| Citations per year | 1 |
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| Citation span | 2026 - 2026 (1) |
| Highly cited | No |