23/04/2026
Suspected Monkeypox case reported in Warrap State
A nurse takes a sample from a child declared a suspected case of Mpox - an infectious disease caused by the monkeypox virus that sparks off a painful rash, enlarged lymph nodes and fever. | Credit | NMG
The Ministry of Health in Warrap State has reported a suspected case of monkeypox (Mpox), with the patient currently admitted and isolated at Kuajok Hospital in the state headquarters.
According to the State Director for Primary Health Care, Dek Akot Dek, the patient is under treatment and observation while health authorities await laboratory confirmation.
“The signs and symptoms showed that it is a suspected monkeypox case. The patient has been isolated in the hospital and is under treatment. We have not yet confirmed the disease, but we are in the process of taking samples for laboratory testing,” Dek said.
“Mpox already exists in South Sudan, particularly in Central Equatoria. People in Warrap frequently travel to Juba and other states, so the disease is not far from here.”
Dek explained that Mpox symptoms usually appear between five and 21 days after exposure and often begin with flu-like signs such as fever, chills, headache, muscle aches, back pain, fatigue, and swollen lymph nodes. He noted that some patients may show only a few symptoms while others may experience several.
The health authorities have urged the public to remain vigilant and report any suspected symptoms early to health facilities to support quick identification, treatment, and containment of the disease.
Residents have also been advised to observe preventive measures to reduce the risk of infection as investigations continue.
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