Jan 23, 2025 · The World Health Organization (WHO) had received reports of a cluster of Marburg virus disease (Marburg) cases, including eight deaths in the Kagera region in northwest Tanzania. Marburg is a rare but severe hemorrhagic fever, similar to Ebola virus disease, that can cause serious illness and death.

Learn about Marburg virus disease, where it occurs, how it spreads, and how to protect yourself. History of Marburg Disease Outbreaks A summary of all Marburg virus disease cases and outbreaks since 1967

May 2, 2024 · On March 21, 2023, Tanzania government officials declared the country's first Marburg outbreak. The outbreak was declared over on May 31, with a total of nine cases reported, one probable and eight confirmed, of which six died (67% case fatality rate).

Feb 22, 2023 · Marburg is a serious and very contagious disease caused by the Marburg virus. Up to 9 out of 10 people infected with the virus will die without treatment. Chances of survival improve when treatment is given early at a treatment center.

Jan 13, 2025 · Rwanda recorded 66 illnesses and 15 deaths from Marburg. The last known case tested negative for Marburg on November 8. The MOH declared the outbreak officially over on December 20, 2024.

Oct 3, 2024 · Protect yourself and prevent the spread of MVD when living in or traveling to a region where Marburg virus is potentially present or that is currently experiencing an outbreak. Take the following actions to protect yourself: Avoid contact with blood and other body fluids.

May 1, 2024 · To combat Marburg, CDC: Responds to Marburg outbreaks around the globe. Provides infection prevention and control guidance. Offers confirmatory diagnostic testing. Conducts ongoing research to better understand the disease.

Sep 30, 2024 · CDC is aware of 26 individuals with Marburg virus disease, as confirmed by the Republic of Rwanda Ministry of Health. According to the Ministry, eight of those individuals have died. CDC is in communication with health officials in …

Marburg in Rwanda. Level 4 - Avoid All Travel. Level 3 - Reconsider Nonessential Travel. Level 2 - Practice Enhanced Precautions. Level 1 - Practice Usual Precautions. This Travel Health Notice (THN) is no longer active. For a full list of active THNs, please see Travel Health Notices | Travelers' Health | CDC.

Apr 6, 2023 · The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is issuing this Health Alert Network (HAN) Health Advisory to inform clinicians and public health departments in the United States about two confirmed outbreaks of Marburg virus disease (MVD)—one in Equatorial Guinea and one in Tanzania.