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Ethiopia investigates possible outbreak of new viral hemorrhagic fever after 8 people are infected

  • November 13, 2025

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    Ethiopia is investigating a potential outbreak of an unidentified viral hemorrhagic fever after eight suspected cases were reported.

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    The World Health Organization is deploying 11 technical officers to assist Ethiopia in the outbreak investigation and response.

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    WHO is providing essential supplies, including personal protective equipment and infection-prevention materials, to support health workers.

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    The outbreak is located in the southern region of Omo, which borders South Sudan, raising concerns due to South Sudan's fragile health system.

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    Recent outbreaks of various viral hemorrhagic fevers have occurred in several countries in East and Central Africa.

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Ethiopia investigates possible outbreak of new viral hemorrhagic fever after 8 people are infected

  • November 13, 2025

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