Marburg Hemorrhagic Fever

Description

Marburg hemorrhagic fever is a severe and often fatal illness caused by the Marburg virus, which belongs to the filovirus family, the same family as the Ebola virus. The disease is characterized by sudden onset of fever, severe headache, muscle pain, and bleeding from various body parts. The mortality rate can be high, often exceeding 50%.

Prevention

1. Avoid Contact with Infected Individuals

• Avoid direct contact with blood, bodily fluids, or tissues of infected individuals or animals, especially in outbreak areas.

2. Safe Handling of Animal Products

• Do not handle or consume bushmeat from fruit bats or non-human primates, which are natural hosts of the virus.

3. Good Hygiene Practices

• Practice strict hygiene, including regular hand washing and using personal protective equipment (PPE) when caring for infected patients.

4. Quarantine and Monitoring

• Implement quarantine measures for individuals who have been in contact with infected patients, and monitor for symptoms.

5. Public Awareness

• Educate communities about Marburg virus transmission, symptoms, and the importance of seeking prompt medical care.

By following these preventive measures, the risk of Marburg hemorrhagic fever transmission can be significantly reduced.