MonkeyPox Cases in Karachi...............................

As of March 24, 2025, there have been reports of mpox (formerly known as monkeypox) cases in Karachi. In May 2024, a 36-year-old expatriate returning from Jeddah was diagnosed with mpox at Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Centre (JPMC) in Karachi. Earlier, in 2023, three passengers arriving at Karachi's Jinnah International Airport were diagnosed with mpox and admitted to the infectious disease hospital. 

Nationwide, since April 2023, Pakistan has reported at least 11 mpox cases, with one resulting in death. In August 2024, the Ministry of Health confirmed a case of mpox in a patient who had returned from a Gulf country, though the specific strain was not immediately identified. Given the evolving nature of the outbreak, it's advisable to consult local health authorities or official health department sources for the most current information on mpox cases in Karachi.                          

As of March 24, 2025, the global mpox (formerly known as monkeypox) situation has evolved significantly since the initial outbreak in May 2022. The emergence of new variants, such as clade 1b, has led to increased case numbers and fatalities in various regions. For instance, the Democratic Republic of the Congo has reported over 15,600 confirmed cases and 500 deaths associated with this strain. ​World Health Organization (WHO)+1Reuters+1Verywell Health+4Latest news & breaking headlines+4The Sun+4

For comprehensive and up-to-date graphical representations of worldwide mpox statistics, including case counts, geographical distribution, and mortality rates, you can refer to the following resources:​

• Our World in Data: This platform offers interactive charts and maps detailing the global spread of mpox, with data sourced from reputable health organizations. ​

                                    

• Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance: An article titled "Five charts on monkeypox, past and present" provides visual insights into the outbreak's progression and comparisons to historical data. ​

• World Health Organization (WHO): The WHO's mpox outbreak page includes situation reports and materials that often feature graphical data on case distribution and trends. ​World Health Organization (WHO).