Attachments
Data as received by WHO national authorities by 17:00 CEST, 5 September 2022
Risk assessment
Global risk – Moderate
WHO Regional risk
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European Region – High
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African Region, Region of the Americas, Eastern Mediterranean Region,
Southeast Asia Region – Moderate -
Western Pacific Region – Low-Moderate
Highlights
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During the week of 29 August to 4 September 2022, the number of cases reported in the regions of Europe and America declined compared to the week of 22 to 28 august, driving the observed global decrease.
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On 25 August, WHO updated the interim guidance on Surveillance, case investigation, and contact tracing for monkeypox with the latest information on symptomatology and epidemiological parameters, and to align with the Temporary Recommendations issued by the Director General, after the declaration of the Public Health Emergency of International concern (PHEIC).
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On 1 September, WHO published new public health advice on preventing stigma and discrimination: Communications and community engagement interim guidance on using inclusive language in understanding, preventing and addressing stigma and discrimination related to monkeypox.