Tag: Ethiopia outbreak
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Marburg Outbreak in Ethiopia: Nine Infected as WHO Warns of Severe Disease
Overview: A New Marburg Outbreak in Ethiopia Health authorities in Ethiopia confirmed a deadly Marburg virus outbreak in the southern region, marking the country’s first known occurrence of this highly contagious disease. The World Health Organization (WHO) has verified nine laboratory-confirmed cases, with caution that the number may rise as surveillance expands. Marburg is a…
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Marburg Virus Outbreak in Ethiopia: 9 Cases Confirmed
What is the Marburg virus? The Marburg virus is a highly infectious pathogen in the same family as Ebola. It can cause severe hemorrhagic fever with a high fatality rate, spreading through contact with infected bodily fluids, contaminated surfaces, or sick animals. Public health officials emphasize that while Marburg is rare, outbreaks demand swift and…