WHO Delivers 33.5 Tons of Medical Aid to Congo

The World Health Organization (WHO) has delivered 33.5 tons of medical supplies and emergency equipment to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) as part of its ongoing efforts to combat the spread of monkeypox.

This shipment marks the largest supply delivery from the WHO to Africa this year, following an earlier shipment of over 14 tons sent two weeks ago.

The supplies aim to bolster infection prevention and control measures and clinical care in response to the ongoing monkeypox outbreak.

According to the WHO, these two shipments will significantly enhance the country's ability to manage and treat infections over the next three months.

In addition to addressing the monkeypox outbreak, medical supplies, and equipment will be distributed to laboratories and healthcare centers across various provinces in the DRC.

This will enable them to care for other diseases, offering much-needed support to the country's strained healthcare system.

Matshidiso Moeti, WHO's Regional Director for Africa, emphasized the importance of ramping up efforts in the DRC, stating that the organization is committed to ensuring effective prevention, testing, and clinical care to halt the spread of monkeypox.

The WHO’s response includes supporting essential areas such as laboratory testing and delivering adequate healthcare services.