HEALTH
Global initiative launches mpox vaccine stockpile to improve outbreak response
GENEVA, Switzerland (NPA) — A global initiative to establish a stockpile of mpox vaccines has been launched to ensure countries have faster and more equitable access to vaccines during outbreaks. The initiative, launched on August 27, is expected to begin operations later this month. The global mpox vaccine stockpile was approved by the Board of […]
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