Outbreak Updates
10 January 2025
Mpox in Belgium
As of 10 January 2025, Belgium has reported a second confirmed mpox case (clade Ib). Health authorities are closely monitoring the situation and state risk of infection for the general population in Belgium is extremely low. Please see our Topics in Brief article for further details on mpox.
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23 December 2024
Mpox in Belgium ex Africa
On 18 December 2024, Belgium reported its first confirmed mpox case (clade Ib). The case had a travel history to an African country where clade Ib is circulating. Please see our Topics in Brief article for further details on mpox.
Take extra precautions