Rwanda ends Marburg Virus outbreak with no new cases in 42 days, after 66 cases and 15 deaths.

Rwanda has declared the end of its Marburg Virus Disease outbreak, with no new cases reported for 42 days. The outbreak, first confirmed on September 27, resulted in 66 cases and 15 deaths, mostly affecting healthcare workers. The Rwandan government, supported by the WHO, implemented comprehensive measures including surveillance, testing, and public awareness, leading to the successful containment. The WHO will continue to support Rwanda in maintaining critical measures for disease detection and response.

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