On Friday, October 04, Rwanda recorded four new cases of Marburg virus disease and one death, according to the Health Ministry's daily update on the Marburg situation. Four new positive cases were recorded among 306 cumulative tests that were conducted. So far, there have been a total of 41 confirmed cases of the Marburg virus, with 24 people still in isolation and receiving treatment, and 12 people who have passed away, with five people having recovered from the virus. "Contact tracing and testing are ongoing." The symptoms of the Marburg virus include high fever, severe headaches, muscle ach

On Friday, October 04, Rwanda recorded four new cases of Marburg virus disease and one death, according to the Health Ministry's daily update on the Marburg situation.

Four new positive cases were recorded among 306 cumulative tests that were conducted.

So far, there have been a total of 41 confirmed cases of the Marburg virus, with 24 people still in isolation and receiving treatment, and 12 people who have passed away, with five people having recovered from the virus.

"Contact tracing and testing are ongoing."

The symptoms of the Marburg virus include high fever, severe headaches, muscle aches, vomiting, and diarrhea.

"If you notice any symptoms, go to your nearest health facility quickly or call 114," the Ministry of Health said.

Health authorities advised the general public to avoid close contact with symptomatic people and to enhance hygiene as preventative measures.

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