Health and Me

Rachel V Thomas

Ebola Outbreak: Over 1,100 Suspected Cases In Congo And Uganda, Says Africa CDC

Ebola has affected more than 1,100 people in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda, according to the African Union's health agency.

Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Director General Jean Kaseya said there were 263 confirmed cases in both countries as of Saturday, with 43 confirmed deaths, <em>The Financial Times</em> reported.

On Thursday, the <span>Africa CDC</span> said there had been 246 suspected deaths from the virus.

<h2>Brazil Probes Two Suspected <span rel="noindex">Ebola Cases</span></h2>

Meanwhile, Brazil reported two suspected Ebola cases involving people who had travelled from affected countries.

On May 31, local health authorities reported that a man from the Democratic Republic of the Congo with suspected Ebola infection in Brazil's São Paulo state tested positive for meningitis, Reuters reported. He had previously presented with a fever after a recent visit to an African country.

The second case emerged in Rio de Janeiro state after a recent travel to Uganda, but the patient tested positive for malaria. In neither case does the diagnosis of other diseases rule out the possibility of Ebola, authorities said, adding that both cases remain under investigation.

In a separate statement, Brazil's Health Ministry said the man in São Paulo has been intubated, and his condition is serious, Reuters reported.

The latest <a href="https://www.healthandme.com/health-news/why-ebola-outbreaks-keep-returning-in-africa-explained-article-154402341" data-type="tilCustomLink">outbreak of Ebola</a> has been caused by the rare <a href="https://www.healthandme.com/health-news/how-did-the-3rd-bundibugyo-ebola-outbreak-begin-experts-say-delayed-detection-fueled-spread-article-154350950" data-type="tilCustomLink">Bundibugyo virus</a>, which has no approved treatment or vaccine. It is also known to kill about a third of those infected.

Dr NK Ganguly Answers Ebola FAQs Amid Rising Threat #shorts #shortsfeed

Offering a much-needed sign of hope, the World Health Organization (WHO) has reported five Ebola recoveries.

Five patients have recovered from a rare type of Ebola, said WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus during the opening of a new Ebola treatment centre in Bunia, the provincial capital of Ituri.

“Four people will be discharged today, and there was one who was discharged the day before yesterday,” he said, adding that work is ongoing on “vaccines and treatments, but that doesn’t mean that people cannot recover from Ebola”.

<h2>Bundibugyo Strain: Experimental Treatments, Vaccines</h2>

<strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.healthandme.com/health-news/ebola-inside-indias-rt-pcr-tests-for-the-bundibugyo-strain-explained-article-154411961" data-type="tilCustomLink">Ebola: Inside India’s RT-PCR Tests For The Bundibugyo Strain| Explained</a> 

The WHO has also identified experimental treatments and vaccine candidates for the Bundibugyo strain.

The global health agency convened several expert and advisory groups and recommended prioritizing treatment of Bundibugyo cases with:

<ul><li>Mapp Biopharmaceutical's MBP134 </li><li>Regeneron’s maftivimab </li><li>Gilead Sciences’ antiviral remdesivir </li></ul>In addition, the WHO also advised evaluating combination therapy using a monoclonal antibody together with remdesivir.

For post-exposure prophylaxis among contacts of confirmed and probable cases, the oral antiviral obeldesivir was identified as a priority candidate.

The expert groups also identified the single-dose rVSV Bundibugyo vaccine, being developed by the International AIDS Vaccine Initiative (IAVI), as the most promising vaccine candidate.

Another vaccine candidate, ChAdOx1 Bundibugyo — being developed by Oxford University and the Serum Institute of India — could potentially become available within 2–3 months for efficacy assessment through a clinical trial. However, additional animal data are still required to support and confirm further prioritization.

The experts also reviewed the potential role of Merck's Ervebo, the only licensed <span>Ebola vaccine</span> currently available.

Health Conditions A-Z

health

ebola-outbreak-over-1100-suspected-cases-in-congo-and-uganda-says-africa-cdc

Ebola Outbreak

Ebola Bundibugyo virus

Ebola vaccine

Africa CDC

Ebola cases

protein-to-stop-brain-decline-new-study-finds

Protein To Stop Brain Decline, New Study Finds

new-pancreatic-cancer-drug-daxaronrasib-may-benefit-patients-with-lung-and-ovarian-cancers-too

New Pancreatic Cancer Drug Daxaronrasib May Benefit Patients With Lung And Ovarian Tumors Too

Health News

8 Sit-Up Variations to Strengthen Your Core and Build Stability

Benefits Of Ayurvedic Health Supplement Ashwagandha

9 Anti-Inflammatory Breakfast Options You Should Try

5 Foods You Should Avoid For PCOS, Says Gynecologist

Love Sitting With Your Legs Crossed? Here’s You Should Avoid It

6 Daily Foods That Are Secretly Increasing Your Calories

9 Brain Boosters You Should Do Everyday

Hip Exercises That Will Keep You Flexible As You Age

9 Leg Exercises Office Workers’ Should Do At Home

Benefits of Having Herbal Tea Every Morning

9 Daily Habits That Boost Your Brain Power

Lower-Body Exercises That Are Game-Changers

How Drinking Apple Cider Vinegar Helps You

Aging Myths You Should Never Believe

Superfoods That Support Your Gut Health

What Happens To Your Body When You Eat Instant Noodles Every Day?

Health Issues Premature Babies Often Face

Exercises Office Workers Should Do For Their Heart Health

Reasons Why You Should Add Raw Turmeric To Your Diet

Benefits Of Drinking Milk At Night: Why You Should Do It

Food That Provides Vitamin B12 Naturally In Your Diet

Surprising Health Benefits Of Fenugreek Seeds

9 Superfoods You Should Eat For Your Brain Health

What Does Mental Health Support Look Like At Work?

Long Stretches You Should Do To Unwind From Your Day

Colon Cancer In Young Adults: Early Symptoms You Should Know

Health Benefits Of Eating Dry Fruits Everyday

Are You At Risk For Fried Rice Syndrome?

These Tests Reveal How Well You Are Aging

Lower-Back Exercises You Should Do After A Long-Day's Work

Children’s Diet – What Kids Need To Eat For Immunity Building

Common Diabetes Myths That Could Hurt Your Health

Love Spicy Food? Here’s How It Affects Your Health

Superfood List: Veggies And Fruits You Must Have For Immunity

Foods People With IBS Should Avoid

Exercises To Improve Digestion

Easy Work Lunches You Can Make In The Morning

Hunger Vs Craving: Difference Explained In 60 seconds

These Things Can Cause Your Heart To Age Faster

High Carb Foods That Are Actually Healthy

Ebola has affected more than 1,100 people in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda, according to the African Union's health agency.Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Director General Jean Kaseya said there were 263 confirmed cases in both countries as of Saturday, with 43 confirmed deaths, The Financial Times reported.On Thursday, the Africa CDC said there had been 246 suspected deaths from the virus.Brazil Probes Two Suspected Ebola CasesMeanwhile, Brazil reported two suspected Ebola cases involving people who had travelled from affected countries.On May 31, local health authorities reported that a man from the Democratic Republic of the Congo with suspected Ebola infection in Brazil's São Paulo state tested positive for meningitis, Reuters reported. He had previously presented with a fever after a recent visit to an African country.The second case emerged in Rio de Janeiro state after a recent travel to Uganda, but the patient tested positive for malaria. In neither case does the diagnosis of other diseases rule out the possibility of Ebola, authorities said, adding that both cases remain under investigation.In a separate statement, Brazil's Health Ministry said the man in São Paulo has been intubated, and his condition is serious, Reuters reported.The latest outbreak of Ebola has been caused by the rare Bundibugyo virus, which has no approved treatment or vaccine. It is also known to kill about a third of those infected.5 Ebola Recoveries   Offering a much-needed sign of hope, the World Health Organization (WHO) has reported five Ebola recoveries.Five patients have recovered from a rare type of Ebola, said WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus during the opening of a new Ebola treatment centre in Bunia, the provincial capital of Ituri.“Four people will be discharged today, and there was one who was discharged the day before yesterday,” he said, adding that work is ongoing on “vaccines and treatments, but that doesn’t mean that people cannot recover from Ebola”.Bundibugyo Strain: Experimental Treatments, VaccinesAlso read: Ebola: Inside India’s RT-PCR Tests For The Bundibugyo Strain| Explained The WHO has also identified experimental treatments and vaccine candidates for the Bundibugyo strain. The global health agency convened several expert and advisory groups and recommended prioritizing treatment of Bundibugyo cases with: Mapp Biopharmaceutical's MBP134 Regeneron’s maftivimab Gilead Sciences’ antiviral remdesivir In addition, the WHO also advised evaluating combination therapy using a monoclonal antibody together with remdesivir. For post-exposure prophylaxis among contacts of confirmed and probable cases, the oral antiviral obeldesivir was identified as a priority candidate. The expert groups also identified the single-dose rVSV Bundibugyo vaccine, being developed by the International AIDS Vaccine Initiative (IAVI), as the most promising vaccine candidate. Another vaccine candidate, ChAdOx1 Bundibugyo — being developed by Oxford University and the Serum Institute of India — could potentially become available within 2–3 months for efficacy assessment through a clinical trial. However, additional animal data are still required to support and confirm further prioritization.The experts also reviewed the potential role of Merck's Ervebo, the only licensed Ebola vaccine currently available.

ebola outbreak: over 1,100 suspected cases in congo and uganda, says africa cdc

About Us

Contact Us

Terms & Conditions

Privacy Policy

Company

Health and Me is a premium website with content written and curated to function as a handbook for all Health concerns.

Ebola Outbreak: Over 1,100 Suspected Cases In Congo And Uganda, Says Africa CDC

New Pancreatic Cancer Drug Daxaronrasib May Benefit Patients With Lung And Ovarian Tumors Too

Mann Ki Baat: PM Modi Addresses The Heatwave, Suggests Aam Panna, Sattu Sherbet

Brazil Starts Investigation On Possible Ebola Infection, 37-Year-Old Is In São Paulo Hospital

Health Conditions A-Z

Ebola Outbreak: Over 1,100 Suspected Cases In Congo And Uganda, Says Africa CDC

Protein To Stop Brain Decline, New Study Finds

New Pancreatic Cancer Drug Daxaronrasib May Benefit Patients With Lung And Ovarian Tumors Too