Mpox Awareness Campaign: "Protect Yourself, Protect Sierra Leone"

Awareness Raising Campaign on the Contagious MPox Disease!

This message is design to raise awareness on Mpox as a contagious disease that causes painful rashes, fever, and fatigue in humans. Below are some of the causes of MPox, Precautionary measures to be followed and what to do in case one contact the disease.

What Causes of MPox:

  • Close physical contact with infected people
  • Touching contaminated objects or surfaces
  • Sexual contact in some cases

How One Should Protect Him/Herself from not Contacting the Disease

  • Wash your hands regularly with soap and clean water
  • Avoid unnecessary physical contact, especially in crowded places
  • Do not share towels, bedding, or clothing
  • Cover any skin rashes and avoid touching others if you feel unwell


What To Do When You Contact the Disease 

  • Go to MPox rehabilitation centers in your locality
  • Visit your nearest health center to learn if you qualify

If observe any symptoms, like fever, headache, swollen 

lymph nodes, and skin rashes;

Seek medical help immediately early

 treatment 

can prevent complications

Do not hide your symptoms; protecting others 

starts with honesty

Let’s stand strong and united. Mpox is real, but with knowledge, care, and action, we can protect our communities and save lives 

Vaccination Is Available

Sierra Leone has launched a nationwide Mpox vaccination campaign targeting high-risk groups.



Wel Bodi, Na Jentri!!!




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  1. HEALTH AWARENESS GUIDEDecember 17, 2025 at 9:39 AM

    Please take note of these information,they are very much important

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