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Marburg Virus
Similar to Ebola, Marburg virus is an animal-borne virus that causes severe hemorrhagic fever in humans. It spreads by contact with bodily fluids of those infected and has a high case-fatality rate.
Recent Updates
- January 20th, Tanzania confirmed an outbreak of Marburg disease virus in the Kagera region after 1 confirmed case and 25 suspected cases. So far, all 25 suspected case-patients have tested negative for the virus but remain under close surveillance. As of January 23rd, a second case has been confirmed.
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