CDC warns travelers of a deadly virus that does not have approved vaccines or treatment

American disease and disease prevention centers (CDC) have issued a healthcare advice of warning travelers about the outbreak of Ebola in Uganda caused by the deadly Sudan virus that has no approved vaccines or treatment methods.

CDC has raised a warning to level 2, calling for travelers to “practice increased precautions”, according to the Alert Health Anse network advice released Thursday.

The current explosion of Sudan Virus (SVD) was recorded in the regions of Kampali, MBale and Wakiso in Uganda. Since 2000, the country has already experienced seven virus explosions.

The first case of the current explosion was identified after the death of a male nurse on January 29. The second case, identified as the wife of the indicator patient, also developed symptoms and tested positive, according to WHO Weekly newsletter Released last week.

While the man’s three close contacts have developed symptoms and are in insulation for treatment and testing, 234 contacts were followed, including 118 related to medical settings.

Although there are no direct flights from Uganda to the United States, travelers from affected areas or crossing through the affected areas may enter the US to flights connecting from other countries. Hence, CDC believes that health officials were vigilant and assessed all patients suspected of having SVD.

But CDC He confirmed that “no suspects, likely or confirmed cases of ebola related to this explosion in the United States or outside of Uganda have been reported.”

The initial investigation suggests that the latest explosion is not associated with previous explosions, and officials suspect a new jump from animals to people.

“The source of the exhibition remains unknown, increasing the fears of undetected transmission chains or a new animal,” said the WHO Bulletin. Previous epidemics showed a mortality rate from 41% to 70%.

As part of the “increased precautions”, in order to reduce the risk of CDC infection, he recommends people who travel to Uganda, avoid contact from patients, their body fluids and objects they affected, including those who died. It is also recommended to refrain from handling wild animals, visiting high -risk areas, such as caves or healthcare facilities in the affected regions, and engaging in funeral practices including touching the deceased.

Travelers are asked to watch out for symptoms during their stay and three weeks after returning. Anyone who experiences symptoms is recommended to immediately isolate and warned the local healthcare center. Symptoms include fever, chills, headache, muscle aches, rash, chest pain, sore throat, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. As the disease progresses, patients can also develop unexplained bleeding or bruises.

“Calling before going to a healthcare facility helps the facility prepare for arrival, including contacting the health authorities and taking all precautions needed to protect the staff and other patients,” said CDC.