Tag: Marburg
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Ethiopia Faces First Marburg Outbreak: Nine Infected in Health Crisis
Overview of the Outbreak Health authorities in Ethiopia and the World Health Organization (WHO) have confirmed nine infections linked to Marburg virus disease in the southern region of the country. Marburg is a highly contagious and often deadly disease that shares similarities with Ebola, including severe bleeding and multi-organ failure. This development marks the first…
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Africa CDC Bolsters Ethiopia’s Fight Against Marburg Outbreak in Jinka
Overview: A Coordinated Response to a New Marburg Case in Jinka The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) has activated a strengthened outbreak response following the confirmation of Marburg virus disease (MVD) in Jinka, a town in Ethiopia’s Southern Region. The development marks a critical juncture in regional public health, prompting rapid…