One Health Education in Ethiopia

24/05/2026

Uganda has today reported three new confirmed cases of Ebola in the country, including a Ugandan health worker, a driver and a Congolese national who travelled from Ituri Province, in the neighbouring DRC, for medical care. This brings the total number of people in Uganda who have been tested positive for Ebola Disease caused by the Bundibugyo virus to five.

I acknowledge Ministry of Health- Uganda for their efforts to detect, monitor and care for people suspected of and confirmed for contracting the Ebola virus.

At this critical moment in the outbreak response, it is vital that authorities maintain high vigilance to control expansion of the virus.

World Health Organization (WHO) is working side by side with
Africa CDC, and partners in the DRC and Uganda, to contain the outbreak, support affected people, and bolster a coordinated response.

15/05/2026

Ebola Virus Disease outbreak confirmed in Ituri Province, the DRC

Africa CDC is closely monitoring the situation and convening an urgent high-level coordination meeting today with the DRC, Uganda, South Sudan and global partners to reinforce cross-border surveillance, preparedness and outbreak response efforts.

Following consultations with DRC’s Ministry of Health and National Public Health Institute, preliminary laboratory results from L’Institut National de Recherche Biomédical - INRB Kinshasa detected Ebola virus in 13 of 20 samples tested.

About 246 suspected cases and 65 deaths have been reported, mainly in the Mongwalu and Rwampara health zones. Four deaths have been reported among laboratory-confirmed cases. Suspected cases have also been reported in Bunia, pending confirmation.

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13/05/2026

🦠 Hantavirus prevention starts with simple daily actions. Protect yourself and your family by maintaining clean living spaces, storing food securely, sealing entry points to prevent rodent access, and using gloves and disinfectant when handling rodent waste.
Be alert for symptoms such as fever, headache, muscle aches, fatigue, or difficulty breathing. Early medical attention is crucial—your health is our priority.

Stay informed and help keep our communities safe.

25/02/2026

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22/11/2025

19/11/2025

Marburg Virus Disease Daily Update

14/11/2025

Rwanda National Guidelines for Management of Marburg Virus Disease

1st edition
October, 2024

Rwanda National Guidelines for Management of Marburg Virus Disease

1st edition
October, 2024

PDF uploaded on t.me/HakimEthio

14/11/2025

[AI generated]

🧬 What is Marburg Virus Disease (MVD)?

• Definition: A highly virulent disease in humans, formerly called Marburg hemorrhagic fever.
• Cause: Caused by two viruses in the Marburgvirus genus — Marburg virus (MARV) and Ravn virus (RAVV).
• Natural reservoir: The Egyptian fruit bat (Rousettus aegyptiacus) is considered the natural host.

⚠️ Symptoms

• Incubation period: 2–21 days after exposure.
• Early signs: Sudden fever, chills, headache, muscle aches, and weakness.
• Progression: Severe diarrhea, abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting.
• Advanced stage: Hemorrhaging (internal and external bleeding), shock, multi-organ failure.
• Fatality rate: Historically ranges from 24% to 88%, with an average around 50%.

🔄 Transmission

• Animal-to-human: Initial spillover from fruit bats.
• Human-to-human: Direct contact with blood, secretions, or other bodily fluids of infected individuals.
• Healthcare risk: Nosocomial transmission is common without strict infection control.

🏥 Treatment & Prevention

• No approved vaccine or antiviral treatment yet.
• Supportive care: Rehydration, maintaining oxygen status, and treating specific symptoms improve survival.
• Experimental options: Several vaccines and therapies are under development.
• Prevention:• Avoid exposure to fruit bats and infected individuals.
• Strict infection control in healthcare settings.
• Community engagement is critical for outbreak containment.

🌍 Outbreaks

• First identified in 1967 in Germany and Yugoslavia among lab workers exposed to African green monkeys.
• Sporadic outbreaks have occurred in Africa (Uganda, Angola, Democratic Republic of Congo, Kenya, Tanzania).
• Recent outbreaks (2025) have drawn global attention, with WHO and CDC monitoring closely.

🔑 Key Takeaways

• Marburg virus disease is extremely dangerous and requires rapid public health response.
• Fatality rates are high, but supportive care can improve survival.
• No vaccine yet, but research is ongoing.
• Similar to Ebola, but caused by a different virus family.

Disclaimer: This is AI generated content.

14/11/2025

13/11/2025

.World Health Organization (WHO) is working closely with Ministry of Health,Ethiopia , the Ethiopia Public Health Institute and regional health authorities as part of the rapid response to a suspected outbreak of a viral haemorrhagic fever (VHF) in the Southern Ethiopian Region.

8 people, including health workers, have reportedly been infected.

WHO has deployed experts to the affected towns, along with medicines and other materials to support care for people in need, and personal protective equipment for health workers.

WHO will also be supporting contact tracing in affected communities. Samples have been sent for testing. Further details are expected soon.

I have released US$300,000 from the WHO Contingency Fund for Emergencies to provide immediate support.

WHO’s offices in Ethiopia and South Sudan are collaborating closely to prevent potential cross-border transmission. WHO is ready to scale up support, as and when needed.

I commend Ethiopian health authorities for their timely sharing of information and quick response and offer WHO’s full support.

https://www.afro.who.int/news/ethiopia-reports-suspected-viral-haemorrhagic-fever-outbreak