The World Health Organisation ( WHO ) has identified the regional spread of Mpox in Africa as a Public Health Emergency of International Concern.
Recently, cases of Mpox have been identified in Queenstown, however there is no evidence for widespread transmission in New Zealand.
WHO Director-General declares mpox outbreak a public health emergency of international concern
For more information within New Zealand, visit the Health New Zealand website
If you have concerns or questions, please book an appointment with a GP at Student Health to discuss.