• The United States continues its global efforts to combat infectious diseases, including the ongoing Mpox outbreak.

•  In 2022, the country responded swiftly to the spread of Mpox by improving access to vaccines, tests, and treatments both domestically and globally. 

• A recent roundtable brought together global health leaders to enhance the response, especially in Africa.

• The U.S. has pledged $500 million and one million vaccine doses to support African nations in controlling the outbreak, aligning efforts with the Mpox Continental Preparedness and Response Plan. 

• Support includes training health workers, disease surveillance, and improving laboratory diagnostics. 

• The US aims to foster partnerships with key institutions like the Africa CDC and WHO aim to build stronger health systems.

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