Government and Partners Launch “Leaving No Case Behind” Campaign to Track Mpox Cases Nationwide
Sahid Bangura The Government of Sierra Leone has initiated a nationwide campaign to ensure that every Mpox case is detected and treated promptly, regardless of the individual’s location or status, on the theme “Leaving No Case Behind,”
Confirmed Mpox cases have been reported in all 16 districts of the country. The National Public Health Agency (NPHA) is notably leading the campaign, with support from national and international partners such as UNICEF, WHO, GOAL, MSF, US CDC, Africa CDC, and ECOWAS RCSDC.
Key interventions include active case searches, contact tracing, and the deployment of Community Health Workers (CHWs) and Rapid Response Teams (RRTs). The campaign also focuses on facilitating referrals and treatment at designated health facilities.
Community engagement is deemed central component of the initiative. The Risk Communication and Community Engagement (RCCE) team is reportedly working to deliver targeted messaging, track rumors, and reduce stigma surrounding Mpox.
Particular attention is notably being paid to marginalized groups, including youth, persons with disabilities, and students, to ensure equitable access to resources and support.
Dr. James Squire, Incident Manager for the Mpox Response at the NPHA, emphasized the campaign’s objective: “Our goal is clear, no Mpox case should go undetected or untreated. We are working together as one country to make that happen.”
