The Outbreak of Marburg Virus in Tanzania: An Emerging Global Health Threat

Author(s)	Bibek Giri, Ashesh Malla
Country	Nepal
Abstract	This article explores the recent outbreak of Marburg virus disease in the United Republic of Tanzania, highlighting the significant global health threat posed by the virus. The article discusses the history of Marburg virus outbreaks in different parts of the world and emphasizes the high fatality rate of the Marburg virus, the lack of specific treatment and vaccine, and the zoonotic origin of the virus as contributing factors to the potential to become global health emergencies. The article suggests lessons learned from previous outbreaks, such as effective surveillance systems, infection prevention, and control measures, international cooperation and research, and community engagement; that can be applied to manage the current outbreak in Tanzania. Lastly, the article discusses the critical role of public health professionals in responding to the Marburg virus outbreak and preventing its spread beyond national borders.
Keywords	Marburg virus, Outbreak, Global Health
Field	Sociology > Health
Published In	Volume 5, Issue 4, July-August 2023
Published On	2023-08-31
Cite This	The Outbreak of Marburg Virus in Tanzania: An Emerging Global Health Threat - Bibek Giri, Ashesh Malla - IJFMR Volume 5, Issue 4, July-August 2023. DOI 10.36948/ijfmr.2023.v05i04.5990
DOI	https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2023.v05i04.5990
Short DOI	https://doi.org/gspcd6

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