Bundibugyo Virus Disease (BVD) – Ebola Outbreak

Bundibugyo Virus Disease (BVD) is a severe and often fatal form of Ebola disease caused by the Bundibugyo strain, one of the six Ebola
virus strains.

• Close contact with infected wildlife such as bats or non-human primates
• Direct contact with the blood or body fluids of an infected person (such as vomit, urine, stool, saliva, sweat, and semen)
• Contact with contaminated materials or surfaces
• Unsafe burial practices involving contact with the deceased

There are currently no approved therapeutics or vaccines specifically for the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola. However, research is ongoing, and early medical care with supportive treatment can greatly improve a person’s chances of survival.

• Wash your hands regularly with running water and soap or use an alcohol-based hand rub;
• Avoid contact with body fluids of people who have contracted the virus, including shaking hands
• Report symptoms early and seek medical care immediately
• Follow advice from health authorities
• Share verified information only
• If you are a close contact to an infected person, please cooperate and comply with the health and safety advice issued by health authorities,
• Please allow trained burial teams to carry out safe and dignified burial practices to help protect you, your family, and your community from the spread of Bundibugyo Virus Disease
• Avoid large social gatherings

Together, we can protect ourselves, our familiesand communities from the spread of Bundibugyo Virus Disease.