VOINJAMA, LOFA COUNTY — Lofa County Health Team has launched robust surveillance and community engagement efforts across Kolahun, Vahun, and Foya Districts in response to the growing threat of Mpox in neighboring Sierra Leone.
With numerous unofficial and official points of entry linking Sierra Leone to Lofa, the County Health Officer (CHO), Dr. Moses Weidehgar and his team have intensified preventive measures.
As part of these efforts, Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) materials, including hand-washing buckets, have been distributed to health facilities and border entry points to strengthen hygiene practices and minimize the risk of transmission.
In a coordinated approach, the Lofa County Health Team is working closely with local authorities and joint security forces to enforce preventive measures at key border locations.
These collaborative activities are designed to ensure early detection, reporting, and containment of any potential Mpox cases entering from Sierra Leone.
The constant vigilance and cooperation among all stakeholders are crucial as cross-border travel remains active in the County.
Meanwhile, the County today officially launched the Mpox vaccination campaign. The campaign saw authorities of the County, including CHO, Dr. Moses Weidehgar, Superintendent, J. Lavelah Massaquoi and others, publicly received their vaccines, setting an example for citizens.
