Global Outlook

  Some cases of Marburg virus, a hemorrhagic fever virus and a member of the species Marburg marburg virus, have been reported in Tanzania and Equatorial Guinea.  The United Arab Emirates (UAE) residents who have travelled to these two countries are advised to isolate themselves upon returning to the UAE. The UAE Ministry of Health and Prevention (Mohap) has shared some recommendations for travellers. The ministry urged travellers to get medical attention at the nearest health facility. Mohap said in a statement, “Those who travelled to the affected areas should inform medical staff that they have been to an area where the Marburg virus disease is spreading or have been in contact with infected individuals.” If someone is suffering from haemorrhagic fever for over 21 days, they need to get medical help from the hospital.  The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Co-operation of the UAE also advised residents and citizens to postpone their travel to the two coun...