A suspected case of Monkey pox (Mpox) has been reported by Kiambu County Government on Saturday.
Confirming the news was Kiambu County Health CEC Dr. Elias Maina who noted that medical investigations are ongoing to confirm whether it is the virus or not.
“The county government of Kiambu is aware of reports circulating on social media regarding a suspected case of Mpox (Monkeypox) within the county. We wish to confirm that there is indeed a suspected case, which is currently under thorough laboratory investigation,” said Elias
“We are awaiting the official lab results and will provide a comprehensive update as soon as they are available. At this stage, there is no need for alarm.” he continued
The suspected case is not the first one in the country after it was first reported in the borders of the country but not a single one has been confirmed.
