Report of the Review Committee regarding standing recommendations for mpox

Overview

Throughout the declared public health emergency of International concern associated with the multi-country outbreak of mpox spanning July 2022 to May 2023, countries’ response efforts were guided by temporary recommendations issued under the International Health Regulations (2005) (IHR). As the elimination phase unfolds, countries' preparedness and response actions can be steered by the standing recommendations set forth under the IHR.

In this report, the Review Committee advises the Director-General on the contents of such recommendations.