The Chief Executive Officer of PIWAK Natural Health Care, Dr. Prince Nelson Motorti, has sounded the alarm on the Marburg virus, urging Ghanaians to be vigilant and take precautionary measures to prevent its spread in the country.
The call comes as Ethiopia grapples with an outbreak of the deadly virus, which has claimed several lives.
In an interview with the Punch newspaper, Dr. Motorti emphasized the importance of being alert and taking proactive steps to combat the virus. He highlighted the dangers of Marburg virus, a severe and often fatal illness caused by the Marburg virus, which is transmitted to humans from fruit bats and spreads through human-to-human contact.
The Marburg virus is primarily transmitted through contact with infected bodily fluids, including blood, urine, saliva, and sweat. Symptoms of the virus include fever, headache, muscle pain, abdominal pain, vomiting, and bleeding, which can occur between 2 to 21 days after exposure .
While there is no specific treatment or vaccine for Marburg virus, Dr. Motorti touted the benefits of PIWAK’s 3P garlic mixture, claiming it has the potency to fight various diseases, including Marburg virus. However, health expert like Dr Motorti emphasize that prevention is key, and recommend basic infection control measures such as regular hand hygiene, avoiding contact with sick individuals or animals, and proper use of personal protective equipment .
The Ghana Health Service has issued a press release, assuring the public that the Ministry of Health is closely monitoring the situation in Ethiopia and taking preventive measures to ensure the safety of Ghanaians. These measures include heightened surveillance at points of entry, issuing alerts to health facilities, and engaging with One Health partners .
As the situation unfolds, the public is advised to remain calm but vigilant, and to report any suspected cases to the nearest health facility.
