US Embassy Issues Health Alert to Americans in Nigeria After Bundibugyo Ebola Case

Author: vanguardngr.comPublished on: October 22, 2026Country: Nigeria

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The US Embassy in Abuja issued a health alert on October 21 after Nigeria reported a case of Bundibugyo virus disease, a form of Ebola, on October 20, 2026. Nigeria’s Ministry of Health said the affected person had flown from Uganda, and health officials are tracing contacts. The embassy urged travelers to follow CDC guidance, contact healthcare providers if they develop symptoms, and monitor their health for 21 days after visiting an outbreak area. It also advised continuing malaria prevention and checking medical evacuation options before travel.

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