Uganda Detects Two New Ebola Cases, Total Rises to 7 The recent detection of two new Ebola cases in Kampala has brought the total number of infections to seven, sparking concerns about a potentially explosive outbreak in a region already grappling with other health crises.
The fact that both new cases are healthcare workers in a private facility raises questions about the preparedness and protocols in place for dealing with infectious diseases.
The World Health Organization's declaration of a public health emergency of international concern is no surprise, given the rare Bundibugyo strain of Ebola involved.