Marburg-Virus: 36 cases in Rwanda-Hamburg on alert!

Marburg-Virus: 36 cases in Rwanda-Hamburg on alert!

Kigali, Rwanda-An alarming increase of the people infected with the Marburg virus was recorded in Rwanda. The number of proven cases has risen by seven within a single day, which affects a total of 36 patients. According to the Ministry of Health published by platform X, the situation loses control; So far, 11 people have died of the disease, while 25 other patients are treated and medically treated.

in Germany, more precisely in Hamburg, two people are currently being examined for a possible infection with the Marburg virus. One of the people concerned previously worked in a hospital in Rwanda, where infected patients were treated. The Hamburg social authority confirmed this case and initiated the investigation as a precautionary measure.

origin of the outbreak unknown

The health authorities of Rwanda informed the public about the outbreak of this dangerous viral disease at the end of September. The exact circumstances that led to this outbreak are currently unclear. In particular, it remains unclear where the virus has its origin and how the first infection came about. Rwanda is a small but densely populated state in East Africa, which makes the spread of the virus particularly worrying.

The Marburg virus is one of the most dangerous viruses known and can trigger a hemorrhagic fever. Symptoms include severe muscle pain, abdominal cramps, diarrhea and bloody vomiting. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), previous outbreaks of the virus can lead to an extremely high mortality rate that affects between 24 and 88 percent of the sick.

The situation in Rwanda urgently needs attention, both at national and international level, to contain the spread of the virus and treat those affected accordingly. These developments require quick measures and the appropriate support of the health infrastructure to stop the virus and prevent further damage. Further information on this is at www.radiooleverkusen.de find.