The cases were confirmed in Ekurhuleni on Gauteng's Eastrand. They've been traced back to one of the patients who recently traveled to Uganda. 

The patient was diagnosed with a type of Mpox virus currently circulating in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda.  

Health Department Spokesperson, Foster Mogale says those who may suspect they might have contracted the disease must seek urgent medical attention.

"There is no need for public to panic, but people are urged to remain cautious of how mpox spreads and to seek help when faced with symptoms of Mpox. The symptoms include a rash which may last for 2 - 4 weeks, fever, headache, muscle aches, back pain, low energy and swollen glands. Mpox is typically a mild and self-limiting disease with a low case fatality rate. The risk of wider transmission remains low in SA, but anyone can contract mpox regardless of age, gender, sexual orientation and race."

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