Do not go to sleep, the enemy of free humanity is always plotting, and pre-predictive programming is active right now.  The death toll from the Marburg Virus Disease (MVD) outbreak in Equatorial Guinea has risen to 34, with 15 laboratory-confirmed and 23 probable cases reported. The outbreak has affected five districts in four provinces, and since the start of the outbreak, 1322 contacts have been listed. This is the first outbreak of MVD reported in Equatorial Guinea. To be prepared, three action steps you can take are: Stay informed: Keep up to date with the latest news and developments on the MVD outbreak, as well as any other outbreaks in your area or region. Follow reliable sources of information such as the World Health Organization or your national health department. Practice good hygiene: Wash your hands regularly with soap and water, and cover your mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing. Avoid close contact with sick individuals, and avoid touching your face, espec...

Marburg Virus Outbreaks Two simultaneous Marburg virus outbreaks Marburg virus is currently experiencing two simultaneous outbreaks, one in Tanzania and the other in Equatorial Guinea, a situation that has not been seen before. Marburg is a filovirus related to Ebola , but it has been rare until now. The US Center for Disease Control (CDC) issued a health alert on the potential for imported cases to the US, but the risk is still low. Concerns over the official number of Marburg virus cases in Equatorial Guinea The situation in Equatorial Guinea is particularly worrying, with suspected deaths from Marburg being discovered in two villages in the north of the country, and 15 confirmed cases reported. However, there are concerns that the actual number of cases may be higher than the official tally, and the virus may be spreading undetected in the country. Marburg virus more deadly than Ebola Marburg virus is m...