- In July 2024, there was a Marburg virus outbreak in Rwanda.
- This virus can make people very sick and can kill many of them.
- The health minister heard about it while in New York.
- Rwanda worked fast to help sick people.
- They used science and vaccines quickly.
- Many people were saved, and only 15 died.
- A patient woke up and asked for juice, showing he was okay.
Difficult words
- outbreak — A sudden occurrence of disease.
- virus — A tiny germ that can make people sick.
- sick — Not healthy; feeling ill.
- minister — A leader in the government.
- science — Study of the natural world.
- vaccines — Medicine that helps prevent disease.
- patient — A person receiving medical care.
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Discussion questions
- Why is it important to act fast during a virus outbreak?
- What do you think people should do to stay healthy?
- How can science help in a health crisis?
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