What is it about?
This study found that most primary care doctors in northwestern Nigeria had limited knowledge of mpox. Only about 6% showed good knowledge. Doctors with more experience, senior positions, or previous experience managing mpox had better knowledge. Regular training is needed to help doctors recognise and manage mpox cases early and effectively.
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Why is it important?
This first study to assess the knowledge of primary care doctors on mpox in the northwestern geopolitical zone of Nigeria.
Perspectives
This article helps stakeholders in resource allocations, given the recurrent outbreaks of the disease.
Dr Godpower Chinedu Michael
Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital Kano, Nigeria
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This page is a summary of: Examining knowledge of Mpox among primary care physicians in North-Western Nigeria: an online cross-sectional study, BMC Health Services Research, August 2026, Springer Science + Business Media,
DOI: 10.1186/s12913-026-15473-3.
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