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Ebola Sudan Outbreak in Uganda: One Death, CDC Warns

2/8/2025

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Seven confirmed cases of Ebola Sudan have emerged in Kampala, Uganda, tragically resulting in one death. The outbreak, traced back to a male nurse on January 19, has prompted the CDC to issue a health advisory for travelers. As a vaccine trial kicks off, health officials are vigilantly monitoring 298 contacts, with no cases reported beyond Uganda's borders.

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Seven confirmed cases of Ebola Sudan have emerged in Kampala, Uganda, tragically resulting in one death. The outbreak, traced back to a male nurse on January 19, has prompted the CDC to issue a health advisory for travelers. As a vaccine trial kicks off, health officials are vigilantly monitoring 298 contacts, with no cases reported beyond Uganda's borders.