Ebola Virus News: Marburg Infection Triggers Outbreak in Rwanda
Tuesday, 1 October 2024, 02:49
Outbreak Overview
A rare, hemorrhagic virus in central Africa has claimed eight lives so far. Most of those affected in the Rwandan outbreak of Marburg virus are health care workers.
Healthcare Response
While U.S. officials are aiding in the disease response, they say the virus poses little risk to most Americans at this time. As of October 1, 2024 (HealthDay News), the Marburg virus outbreak remains closely monitored by health authorities.
- Marburg virus causes a rare hemorrhagic fever.
- Currently, there is no authorized vaccine or treatment for Marburg virus.
- No cases related to the Rwanda outbreak have been reported in the United States.
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