CDC warns doctors to look out for Marburg virus after Africa outbreaks

CDC warns doctors to look out for Marburg virus after Africa outbreaks

After two deadly outbreaks of the rare Marburg virus disease in Africa, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is warning US doctors to be on the lookout for patients exhibiting symptoms. In the agency’s health advisory issued Thursday, officials urged clinicians to be vigilant due to the “potential for imported cases.” There are no … Read more

Deadly Marburg virus outbreak: Here’s what you need to know

Deadly Marburg virus outbreak: Here’s what you need to know

Experts are sounding alarm bells after a deadly virus outbreak in Africa. The Marburg virus has already claimed the lives of nine people in Equatorial Guinea as of Tuesday, prompting the World Health Organization to summon an emergency meeting to control the spread and prevent infection. So far, there are at least 16 suspected cases. … Read more