The bleeding eye disease, one of the deadliest in the world, has spared global fear and has killed 15 people so far in Rwanda. A warning has been issued to travelers over the spread of three diseases,

The deadly Marburg virus or bleeding eye disease has claimed 15 lives in Rwanda Learn about its symptoms transmission and urgent global efforts to curb its spread

A deadly outbreak of the Marburg virus, also known as the ‘bleeding eye virus,’ has claimed the lives of 15 people in Rwanda. With hundreds more believed to be infected, 17 countries have issued travel advisories for their citizens.

There is a lot of fear-mongering and sensationalism surrounding the Marburg disease or Bleeding Eye virus that is raging in Rwanda, and has likely spread to other African countries. There is meanwhile a newer facet to it that the World Health Organization (WHO) has warned the public about.

At least 15 people have died in Rwanda from an outbreak of Marburg virus disease, which is usually fatal without treatment

Health officials have issued a global alert as Marburg, Mpox, and Oropouche viruses spread across 17 countries. The Marburg virus, dubbed the “bleeding eyes” virus, has killed 15 people in Rwanda, with hundreds more infected. Known for its 50% fatality rate, Marburg could spread further in Africa, complicating ongoing outbreaks.

The Marburg virus, which causes bleeding from the eyes, nose, and mouth, can be fatal in up to 90% of those infected.

Officials are warning of “bleeding eyes” virus, a.k.a. Marburg virus, after deaths in Rwanda. Here doctors share symptoms, treatments, and prevention.

The UK media are reporting that travellers have been urged to take extra precautions as the Marburg, Mpox and Oropouche viruses have reportedly spread in 17 countries. The deadliest among them is the ‘bleeding eye’ virus — named so after one of its symptoms.