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Marburg virus disease in Rwanda
Rwanda reports their first ever Marburg virus disease outbreak
Zoonoses (diseases from animals) in travellers
A zoonotic disease is one that spreads between animals and humans and has the potential to be an increasing problem for travellers
Marburg virus disease in Equatorial Guinea
First ever outbreak of Marburg virus disease (MVD) in Equatorial Guinea affecting geographically distant areas
Marburg virus disease in Tanzania
First ever outbreak of Marburg virus disease (MVD) in Tanzania confirmed
Factsheets
Viral haemorrhagic fever
Viral haemorrhagic fevers (VHFs), with the exception of dengue, are very rare in UK travellers. They can cause a range of symptoms from relatively mild illness, to severe, life-threatening disease
Topics
Marburg virus disease
Marburg virus is an animal-borne (zoonotic) virus that can cause a severe and often fatal haemorrhagic fever called Marburg virus disease (MVD)
Outbreaks
Marburg virus disease in Rwanda
As of 29 September 2024, a total of 26 Marburg virus disease cases and eight deaths have been confirmed.
