Rwanda Confronts First Marburg Virus Outbreak
Rwanda is experiencing its first-ever Marburg virus outbreak, with 36 cases and 11 deaths reported. The virus, related to Ebola, has a high fatality rate and spreads through contact with infected bodily fluids. While no vaccine exists, trials are underway, and Rwanda is closely monitoring the situation.
Rwanda is facing its inaugural outbreak of the deadly Marburg virus, a disease from the same family as Ebola. According to health officials, 36 cases and 11 deaths have been recorded.
The World Health Organization has labeled the outbreak risk as very high within Rwanda and high across the African region, while the global risk remains low. The Marburg virus causes haemorrhagic fever and has a shocking fatality rate up to 88% in some situations.
The virus spreads through contact with infected bodily fluids. With no approved vaccines available, international efforts are underway to develop viable candidates. Rwanda is also keeping a watchful eye on around 300 potential contacts of known cases.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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