WHO Falsely Orders Mpox Lockdowns

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No, WHO didn't order nations to prepare for mpox 'mega lockdowns' | Fact check

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A Facebook post claiming the World Health Organization ordered nations to prepare for mega lockdowns because of mpox was shared more than 1,000 times in three days .

A spokesperson for the WHO said the organization does not have the power to issue an order to governments around the world.

The People's Voice , previously known as NewsPunch , has repeatedly published fabricated stories.

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