Epidemiological analysis of confirmed mpox cases, Burundi, 3 July to 9 September 2024

A Nizigiyimana, F Ndikumwenayo, S Houben, M Manirakiza, M van Lettow, L Liesenborghs, P Mbala-Kingebeni, AW Rimoin, II Bogoch, J Kindrachuk

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Abstract

We analysed mpox cases in Burundi from July to September 2024, following the introduction of Clade Ib virus. Of 607 samples from the whole population of suspected cases, 154 were PCR-positive, of whom 85 were children under 15 years, with a higher proportion of female children testing positive. Geographical analysis demonstrates case concentration in Bujumbura Mairie (91/154). Age- and sex-specific interventions, as well as community engagement, are important for outbreak containment, as are targeted public health strategies in Burundi.
Original languageEnglish
Article number2400647
JournalEurosurveillance
Volume29
Issue number42
Number of pages7
ISSN1560-7917
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2024

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