Tanzania has implemented new health measures following an outbreak of Marburg virus disease in the Kagera region.

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Tanzania has confirmed a new case of Marburg virus disease in the northwestern Kagera region, following 25 negative tests. Dozens of individuals remain under observation as the government works to contain the outbreak.

Yesterday the World Health Organization (WHO) said Tanzania has 1 confirmed case of Marburg and 25 suspected cases all from the northwestern Kagera region. So far all 25 suspected case-patients have tested negative for the virus but remain under close surveillance.

Tanzania has implemented new health measures following an outbreak of Marburg virus disease in the Kagera region, where nine suspected cases have been reported, including eight deaths. The Government issued a travel advisory on 21 January requiring mandatory temperature checks at all entry points into the country,

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Tanzania’s president says one sample from a remote northern part of the country has tested positive for Marburg disease.

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.”

Reports from Kyerwa District said that in recent months there has been an increase of mineral smuggling cases to a neighbouring country

A suspected Marburg virus outbreak in the Kagera region of Tanzania has been linked to nine suspected cases and eight deaths, according to WHO.The agency has classified the risk for regional and national spread to be high;

Tanzania has confirmed an outbreak of Marburg virus disease after one person tested positive in the Kagera region of the country.

A case of the bleeding virus Marburg has been confirmed in Tanzania, a week after authorities denied there was an outbreak. The deadly illness similar to Ebola is highly infectious, and can kill up to 88% of people without treatment.