Current Affairs - International - Discussion

Marburg viral disease, caused by the Marburg virus, which is closely related to the Ebola virus, recently resulted in 6 deaths in Rwanda. The virus is transmitted from African fruit bats to primates and spreads through contact with the bodily fluids of infected individuals. Marburg has a high fatality rate, ranging from 24% to 88%, with no specific treatment available. The disease is known for causing severe symptoms such as fever, chills, headaches, and severe bleeding in its advanced stages, making it a serious public health concern.