The bleeding eye disease, one of the deadliest in the world, has spared global fear and has killed 15 people so far in Rwanda. A warning has been issued to travelers over the spread of three diseases,

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

The fast-spreading Marburg virus, also known as the bleeding eye disease, has raised global concerns due to its high fatality rate of up to 88%. The virus spreads through contact with infected bats or individuals and currently,

The deadly Marburg virus or bleeding eye disease has claimed 15 lives in Rwanda Learn about its symptoms transmission and urgent global efforts to curb its spread

One of the three viruses spreading in multiple countries has been dubbed the 'bleeding eye virus' because of one of the most serious symptoms. 'Bleeding eye virus' is a name given to Marburg, 'severe hemorrhagic fever that can cause serious illness and death' as per the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC).

The UK media are reporting that travellers have been urged to take extra precautions as the Marburg, Mpox and Oropouche viruses have reportedly spread in 17 countries. The deadliest among them is the ‘bleeding eye’ virus — named so after one of its symptoms.

Officials are warning of “bleeding eyes” virus, a.k.a. Marburg virus, after deaths in Rwanda. Here doctors share symptoms, treatments, and prevention.