WHO regulationAs per WHO regulation, countries must report no new cases for 42 days to be declared Ebola-free. Dr Aceng had warned that the government was considering banning upcountry travels for Christmas should Ebola cases increase. The trials have been approved by the World Health Organisation and Uganda, with the UN agency working with the ministry of health and Makerere University on pre-trial preparations. Vaccine trials“The start of vaccine trials will mark a pivotal moment towards the development of an effective tool against the virus behind the current Ebola outbreak in Uganda,” said Dr Matshidiso Moeti, WHO regional director for Africa. The WHO has deployed 80 experts and supported health authorities with the deployment of additional 150 experts, including over 60 epidemiologists.

Source: Daily Nation November 26, 2022 17:45 UTC