Amid the Marburg virus disease outbreak in Tanzania's northwestern region, the World Health Organization (WHO) airlifted 1.4 tonnes of medical supplies and commodities on Saturday.

The Foreign Office has issued a warning to people planning a winter sun trip amid a deadly outbreak of a virus that can kill nine out of 10

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The Foreign Office has issued a stark warning to Brits considering a winter sun trip amidst a deadly outbreak of a virus that can kill up to 90%

The Foreign Office has issued a warning for Brits planning a winter sun getaway in Tanzania. Certain regions of the equatorial holiday spot are currently experiencing a deadly outbreak of Marburg Virus.

Tanzania has implemented new health measures following an outbreak of Marburg virus disease in the Kagera region.

Dr. Tedros highlighted the collaborative effort, stating, “WHO is committed to supporting Tanzania in bringing this outbreak under control while working toward a healthier and safer future for all.”

Yesterday the World Health Organization (WHO) said Tanzania has 1 confirmed case of Marburg and 25 suspected cases all from the northwestern Kagera region. So far all 25 suspected case-patients have tested negative for the virus but remain under close surveillance.

Tanzania’s president says one sample from a remote northern part of the country has tested positive for Marburg disease.

The 2 positive cases are among 31 samples tested, and officials are considering use of antivirals and experimental vaccine.

Tanzania's president said a sample tested positive for the Marburg virus, which has a fatality rate of up to 88 percent if untreated.

DAR ES SALAAM -- The World Health Organization (WHO) on Saturday airlifted 1.4 tonnes of medical commodities and supplies to Tanzania to fight the Marburg virus disease (MVD) outbreak in the northwestern part of the country.