The government of Uganda has confirmed a fresh outbreak of the Sudan strain of the Ebola virus, which was first detected on January 30. A 32-year-old male nurse died from Ebola in Kampala on January 29 after visiting multiple health facilities. The Ministry of Health has assured citizens that it is in control of the situation and taking measures to prevent the spread of the disease.
The outbreak is the eighth in Uganda, according to Dr. Diana Atwine, Permanent Secretary of the Uganda Ministry of Health. Two more people have been infected with the virus as of Monday. The government has activated an Incident Management Team and dispatched Rapid Response Teams to affected areas to identify contacts and isolate them.
To combat the spread of the disease, the Ministry is organizing dignified burials for the deceased and dispatching epidemiological teams to activate Regional Emergency Operation Centers. Vaccination against Ebola is also set to commence immediately, with available doses prioritized for contacts and health workers.
Citizens are advised to maintain strict hand hygiene by washing hands regularly with soap and water or using hand sanitizers. People should avoid physical contact with individuals exhibiting Ebola symptoms. The Ministry has outlined the symptoms of suspected Ebola cases, including sudden onset fever, fatigue, chest pain, diarrhea, vomiting, unexplained bleeding, yellowing of the eyes, restlessness, and headache.
Uganda’s government is urging citizens to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions to prevent the spread of the disease.
Source: https://www.vaticannews.va/en/world/news/2025-02/uganda-ebola-virus-outbreak-confirmed.html