Health authorities in Rwanda have reported that Marburg hemorrhagic fever has claimed the lives of 11 individuals in the country. The outbreak, which has seen 36 confirmed cases so far, has raised concerns as investigations continue to determine the source of the disease.
Similar to Ebola, Marburg hemorrhagic fever presents with severe symptoms and has led to 25 individuals being placed in isolation as a precautionary measure. The outbreak was officially declared on September 27, with the first cases identified among patients in healthcare facilities.
