Uganda has confirmed two new cases of Ebola, bringing the total number of infections since the outbreak was declared on May 15 to seven, according to the country’s health authorities.
The Ministry of Health Uganda said the new cases involve two Ugandan health workers who are employed at a private health facility in Kampala.
Both patients have been isolated and are currently receiving treatment at a designated care unit, the ministry added.
Health officials also confirmed that contact tracing is ongoing, while urging members of the public to immediately report any suspected symptoms linked to the virus to nearby health facilities.
The World Health Organization (World Health Organization) has reported over 900 suspected cases in the Democratic Republic of Congo, which remains the epicentre of the outbreak.
Uganda had earlier suspended public transport links to the DRC following confirmed infections involving cross-border cases, as part of efforts to contain the spread.
Health authorities continue to emphasize that Ebola is a highly infectious viral disease transmitted through direct contact with bodily fluids and can lead to severe illness, including organ failure and death.
