Three residents of Kakamega have tested positive for Mpox, a viral disease previously known as monkey pox.
Kakamega Governor Fernandes Barasa said the County Government has confirmed the three hailed from Chekalini ward in Lugari sub-county.
Speaking to the media at the county headquarters, Governor Barasa said the three and their families have been placed in isolation to control the spread of the disease.
He urged residents to be calm and ensure they report symptoms associated with the disease such as fever, sore throat and rashes and adhere to public health guidelines. "They will be in isolation for the next 21 days.
