Tanzania confirms Marburg virus outbreak

Tanzania confirms outbreak of highly infectious Ebola-like virus
Tanzania ’s president has confirmed an outbreak of the deadly Marburg virus disease (MVD), a highly infectious virus like Ebola that can be fatal in up to 88 per cent of cases without treatment.
Tanzania confirms outbreak of Marburg virus disease
Tanzania has confirmed an outbreak of Marburg virus disease in the northwestern Kagera region after one case tested positive for
Tanzania successfully controls Marburg Virus outbreak
“We believe that, as Tanzania successfully controlled the outbreak two years ago, the country will manage to control this disease as well. WHO is providing $3 million to support control efforts and strengthen disease monitoring systems,” Dr Tedros said.
Tanzania Declares Marburg Virus Disease Outbreak in Kagera Region; WHO Steps In for Rapid Response
Dr. Tedros highlighted the collaborative effort, stating, “WHO is committed to supporting Tanzania in bringing this outbreak under control while working toward a healthier and safer future for all.”
Tanzania Confirms First Case of Marburg Virus After Initial Denial
Tanzania has confirmed a Marburg outbreak after one sample tested positive, following earlier denials and a prior outbreak in Rwanda.
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Officials previously questioned whether the deadly disease was indeed present in the African country, which had seen 8 suspected Marburg deaths.
Marburg virus: Tanzania confirms outbreak of ‘bleeding eye disease’; WHO, health officials on alert
According to a statement by the World Health Organization (WHO), the outbreak of Marburg virus disease is reported in the northwestern Kagera region after one case tested positive for the virus following investigations and laboratory analysis of suspected cases of the disease.
Tanzania confirms Marburg virus outbreak
Tanzania has confirmed an outbreak of Marburg virus disease in the northwestern Kagera region after one case tested positive for the virus following investigations and laboratory analysis of suspected cases.
A Sample From a Remote Tanzanian Region Tests Positive for Marburg Disease, Confirming WHO Fears
Tanzania’s president says one sample from a remote northern part of the country has tested positive for Marburg disease
Infectious Marburg disease — with 88% fatality rate — is discovered in remote corner of Tanzania
Tanzania’s president said Monday that one sample from a remote part of northern Tanzania tested positive for Marburg disease, a highly infectious virus which can be fatal in up to 88% of cases without treatment.
Screening enhanced as Marburg virus is reported in Tanzania
The Ministry of Health has enhanced surveillance and screenings in all points of entry to the country following reports of a Marburg virus outbreak in Tanzania. Last week, the World Health Organisation announced a suspected Marburg virus outbreak which has affected part of the neighbouring country.
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