Deadly Marburg Virus Outbreak Claims 8 Lives In Tanzania

Tanzania declares Marburg virus disease outbreak
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Tanzania confirms second Marburg virus case
The two positive cases are among 31 samples tested, and officials are considering use of antivirals and experimental vaccine.
Tanzania successfully controls Marburg Virus outbreak
“We believe that, as Tanzania successfully controlled the outbreak two years ago, the country will manage to control this disease as well. WHO is providing $3 million to support control efforts and strengthen disease monitoring systems,” Dr Tedros said.
What is Marburg virus? The deadly disease behind outbreak in Tanzania
The disease is a close cousin of Ebola, causing similar symptoms and spreading in the same way. It can cause death in up to 88% of infected people.
Marburg Virus Confirmed In Tanzania After Series Of Deaths
Officials previously questioned whether the deadly disease was indeed present in the African country, which had seen 8 suspected Marburg deaths.
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Death Toll From Tanzania Marburg Outbreak Rises To Nine
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