WHO seeks emergency review of mpox tests to speed up their access

The World Health Organisation (WHO) on Aug 29 sought to speed up the access to diagnostic tests for mpox by asking manufacturers to submit their products for an emergency review.

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The agency has been in discussions with manufacturers about the need for effective diagnostics, particularly in low-income groups.

To expand access to diagnostic services urgently, the WHO has called for submissions from manufacturers for Emergency Use Listing that would allow it to approve medical products such as vaccines, tests and treatments.

The process aims to assist countries to procure the critically needed products such as tests through UN agencies and other partners.