The Government of Liberia, through the Ministry of Health, has received a significant boost in its ongoing efforts to contain and prevent the spread of Mpox following the arrival of 42,720 doses of Mpox vaccine donated by the Government of the United States of America. The newly arrived vaccine consignment marks a major advancement in Liberia’s national public health response, providing critical protection for individuals at higher risk of exposure.
The vaccines will be strategically deployed across the country, with priority given to frontline health workers, who continue to face the greatest vulnerability as they provide essential care and respond to suspected cases. The donation comes at a crucial time as the Ministry of Health intensifies surveillance, community awareness, and rapid response interventions to minimize the potential for human-to-human transmission of Mpox in Liberia. Health authorities have described the vaccines as an essential tool in fortifying national readiness and preventing localized outbreaks.
The Ministry of Health extended profound thanks and appreciation to the Government and people of the United States for their unwavering support and partnership in strengthening Liberia’s health system. The ministry emphasized that the U.S. Government has remained a consistent and reliable ally in the country’s health security efforts, particularly during critical moments requiring rapid and coordinated intervention. Liberia’s health leadership also expressed gratitude to health workers, community organizations, and implementing partners for their continued collaboration and dedication to safeguarding public health.
They underscored that the newly delivered vaccines will complement the government’s ongoing risk communication campaigns, clinical management efforts, and community engagement initiatives aimed at reducing the spread of Mpox. The Ministry assured the public that all necessary logistics and distribution mechanisms are being put in place to ensure the timely and efficient rollout of the vaccines nationwide. Citizens are encouraged to continue adhering to health guidelines and to support the vaccination exercise as a collective responsibility toward protecting communities and enhancing national resilience.
