Health workers get mpox shot as Congo expands vaccination campaign

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The Democratic Republic of Congo expanded its mpox vaccination campaign on Monday (October 7), with health workers in North Kivu and South Kivu provinces receiving shots, though many at-risk individuals remain unvaccinated as the country battles to contain a widespread outbreak. Nurse Christian Imani Banyanga says he can now "work with peace of mind." - REUTERS

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