South Sudan intensifies preventive measures after Marburg outbreak in Ethiopia

JUBA, Nov. 18 (Xinhua) -- South Sudan's government said it has stepped up vigilance along its borders following an outbreak of the Marburg virus in neighboring Ethiopia.

Minister of Health Sarah Cleto Rial said the government, together with the World Health Organization and other partners, has intensified surveillance, preparedness and response measures to prevent any importation and spread of the virus.