Uganda Confirms Six New Ebola Cases, Total Rises to 15
๐ Kampala, Uganda โข by Kofi Asare โข Jun 02, 2026
The Government of Uganda has confirmed six new cases of Ebola, raising the total number of confirmed infections in the country to 15, according to the country's Ministry of Health.
Health authorities announced the latest figures on Tuesday as efforts continue to contain the outbreak through contact tracing, surveillance, testing, and the isolation of confirmed cases.
The ministry indicated that response teams are actively monitoring individuals who may have come into contact with infected persons, while healthcare workers remain on high alert to prevent further transmission.
Authorities have urged the public to adhere to health guidelines, report suspected cases promptly, and avoid close contact with individuals showing symptoms of the disease.
The latest development has renewed concerns about public health preparedness in the region, although officials maintain that measures are in place to contain the outbreak and protect communities.
Health authorities announced the latest figures on Tuesday as efforts continue to contain the outbreak through contact tracing, surveillance, testing, and the isolation of confirmed cases.
The ministry indicated that response teams are actively monitoring individuals who may have come into contact with infected persons, while healthcare workers remain on high alert to prevent further transmission.
Authorities have urged the public to adhere to health guidelines, report suspected cases promptly, and avoid close contact with individuals showing symptoms of the disease.
The latest development has renewed concerns about public health preparedness in the region, although officials maintain that measures are in place to contain the outbreak and protect communities.
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