# Children account for half of mpox cases in Guinea-Bissau as outbreak spreads

In Guinea-Bissau, children now make up half of all reported mpox cases as the epidemic continues to spread. The high proportion among children highlights the vulnerability of younger populations in the outbreak. This raises concerns about the need for targeted child-focused health responses in the region.

**Importance:** 3/5

## Sources

### World
- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/global-development/2026/aug/24/children-half-mpox-disease-cases-guinea-bissau-epidemic-spreads-west-africa) — Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:11:34 GMT