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Tanzania Confirms Marburg Virus Case in Kagera Region

Tanzania has reported a case of Marburg virus disease in the northwestern region of Kagera, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). The confirmed case followed investigations and laboratory testing of suspected cases. As of January 20, 2025, 25 suspected cases have been reported, but all tested negative, as confirmed …

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Tanzania Rejects Marburg Outbreak Claims

Tanzania has rejected reports of a Marburg outbreak in its Kagera region. On Wednesday, Health Minister Jenista Mhagama stated that all tests conducted as of January 15 were negative. This follows a World Health Organization (WHO) warning to Kenya and five other neighboring countries about the Marburg virus after reports …

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Rwanda Declares End of Marburg Virus Outbreak

By: BBC Rwanda has officially declared the end of the Marburg virus outbreak, following 42 consecutive days without any new cases, a move that meets World Health Organization (WHO) criteria. The outbreak, first announced on September 27 this year, has resulted in 66 confirmed cases, most of them healthcare workers, …

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