South Africa Steps Up Ebola Screening as Festive Travel Approaches
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Health officials in South Africa are increasing Ebola screening at the country's ports of entry. The move comes as many people prepare to travel during the festive season, when airports, border posts and roads are usually busy.
The latest reported figures show 10,668 confirmed cases and 5,198 deaths from the outbreak. These numbers show how serious the disease remains, even though the situation in South Africa has not been described as a local outbreak in the report.
Screening at ports of entry usually involves checking travellers for symptoms of the disease, such as fever. Officials can then decide whether a person needs further medical checks. Authorities are working to make sure that travellers are checked quickly while keeping delays as short as possible.
Health officials are asking travellers to pay attention to their health before and after their journeys. People who feel unwell or who have concerns about symptoms are encouraged to seek medical advice as soon as possible.
Sources: thenational.co.za
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