Rwanda Confirms First Marburg Virus Outbreak in Kigali Health Facilities

Sep 27, 2024, 03:22 PM

Rwanda has confirmed cases of Marburg viral disease, a serious hemorrhagic fever similar to Ebola. The Ministry of Health is investigating the origin of the infection, with all infected individuals currently isolated. The exact number of confirmed cases has not been disclosed. Reports indicate that the infections are located in multiple health facilities, suggesting the virus may have been spreading for some time. Rwanda has implemented enhanced preventive measures to combat the outbreak. This is the first time Marburg has been diagnosed in Rwanda, with cases reported in Kigali. Household members and healthcare workers are at particular risk.