Marburg Outbreak in Rwanda

Overview

Marburg Virus Disease (MVD) is a rare and severe hemorrhagic illness caused by the Marburg virus. MVD occurs in sub-Saharan Africa. It affects people and nonhuman primates, such as monkeys. Between 20-90 percent of people with the disease will die.  

On October 3, CDC issued a Health Alert Network (HAN) Health Advisory to providers and public health officials about a MVD outbreak in the Republic of Rwanda. Currently, there are no cases of Marburg in Virginia or the United States. The risk of infection with this virus in the United States is low. For more information on this outbreak, see the outbreak section below.  

Frequently Asked Questions

2024 Outbreak in Rwanda

Information for Healthcare Professionals

Contacts

VDH Local Health Districts

VDH Call Center
877-829-4682
(Option 2)
Monday–Friday
(no holidays)
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

 

Last Updated: October 22, 2024