ECDC urges preparedness as Ebola cases emerge in Africa

With cases of Ebola disease caused by Bundibugyo virus recently detected in Kenya and Nigeria, in a new report published today the European Center for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) reiterates the low risk for Europe while highlighting the need for preparedness.

As of 23 October, Kenya has reported nine cases, including one death. Eight of the cases were linked to the first case, who had travelled from DRC through Uganda and onwards to Kenya. Nigeria has reported one case, with investigations into the source of infection still ongoing.

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European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC)