2000 - Ebola haemorrhagic fever in Uganda- Update 4

The current outbreak of Ebola haemorrhagic fever in Uganda was first reported on 7 June 2021. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the situation remains under surveillance.

As of the latest available data, there are 122 confirmed cases of Ebola haemorrhagic fever in Uganda. The WHO reports that all cases have been confirmed, with no probable or suspected cases. Unfortunately, 47 deaths have been reported, resulting in a case fatality ratio of 38.5%. The WHO has been closely monitoring the situation and providing updates on the outbreak.

The outbreak is currently confined to Uganda, with no reported cases in other countries. There is no information available on any vessel or aircraft outbreaks.

The public health response to the outbreak is being led by the Ugandan Ministry of Health, with support from the WHO and other international partners. For the latest updates on the outbreak, please refer to the WHO Disease Outbreak News bulletin, available at https://www.who.int/emergencies/disease-outbreak-news/item/2000_10_20b-en.