With reports from UK & US raising alarm over news of the spread of bleeding eye virus, people in India want to know how to stay safe from the deadly Marburg disease. Here is what doctors told ABP Live

At least 15 people have died in Rwanda from an outbreak of Marburg virus disease, which is usually fatal without treatment

The Marburg virus, which has a 50-50 chance of death and is thought to be one of the deadliest on earth, could soon spread after 15 people with hundreds more thought to be infected with the disease

The deadly Marburg virus disease, similar to Ebola and is now being referred to as the Bleeding Eye Virus, is spreading rapidly in Africa, claiming lives in Rwanda and raising concerns worldwide.

A deadly outbreak of the Marburg virus, also known as the ‘bleeding eye virus,’ has claimed the lives of 15 people in Rwanda. With hundreds more believed to be infected, 17 countries have issued travel advisories for their citizens.

The Marburg virus, which causes bleeding from the eyes, nose, and mouth, can be fatal in up to 90% of those infected

Travel Health Pro, a platform run by the UK Health Security, has issued an advisory to travelers to reduce the spread of bleeding eye virus in several countries, including Rwanda, Central Africa Republic, Burundi, Congo, Gabon, Uganda, Brazil, Kenya, Bolivia, Cuba, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Panama, and Guyana.

This fatal virus has claimed nearly 15 lives so far. Read on to know the symptoms and prevention of this disease.

The Marburg virus, also known as the bleeding eye disease, is a deadly pathogen causing severe symptoms and raising global health concerns.

With at least 15 fatalities and hundreds of infections reported across 17 African countries, including Rwanda, health officials are urging travellers to exercise caution.

According to experts there is no specific treatment for this virus. The mortality rate ranges from 24% to 88%. The treatment is primarily supportive, addressing the symptoms