Rise in Ebola infections and fatalities in Uganda
According to data from the Ministry of Health, the number of confirmed Ebola cases in Uganda has increased to 16, while the death toll from the disease has risen to four.
Apart from the four confirmed deaths, 17 other fatalities are likely Ebola cases, according to Ministry of Health Spokesperson Emmanuel Ainebyoona. Uganda, has 16 confirmed cases of the Ebola virus, with an additional 18 cases being considered likely instances of infection, he continued.
Currently, the epidemic has reached three districts in central Uganda. Mubende has already banned large public gatherings and placed limitations on non-essential travel.
According to Ainebyoona, “Cases recorded beyond Mubende include three in Kyegegwa and one in Kassanda but all connected to the index case in Mubende.” He also noted that “there are no verified cases in Kampala.”
The Uganda Virus Research Institute is analyzing samples from suspected cases, according to health authorities.
The ministry urged locals to follow preventative measures and report any suspected instances to authorities or nearby medical facilities.