The government has listed 25 counties as high-risk areas while confirming that Kenya remains free of Ebola Virus Disease (EVD), despite ongoing surveillance and monitoring efforts across the country. Addressing the measures taken to prepare for and respond to the outbreak of EVD, Mary Muthoni, Principal Secretary for Public Health and Professional Standards, said all
Ebola disease remains one of the world’s most feared viral illnesses because of its severity, high fatality rates, and ability to overwhelm communities within a short time. Although rare, the disease has shaped global health responses and strengthened emergency preparedness over the years. The World Health Organization (WHO) defines Ebola virus (EBOD) as a rare