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Uganda: Suspected Ebola Case at Lira Hospital Ruled Out; Patient Died of Liver Failure

From AllAfrica Uganda · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

News Official statement Outcome reported
  • A suspected Ebola case at Lira Regional Hospital in Uganda has been ruled out after laboratory tests came back negative.
  • The patient, a 42-year-old boda boda rider, died from liver failure despite showing symptoms similar to Ebola.
  • Health authorities confirmed the negative Ebola results and emphasized the importance of continued preparedness and vigilance.

Health authorities in Uganda have confirmed that a suspected case of Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) at Lira Regional Referral Hospital has been ruled out. The patient, a 42-year-old motorcycle taxi (boda boda) rider, presented with severe symptoms including vomiting blood, high fever, and intense headaches, which are commonly associated with Ebola.

Laboratory results confirmed that the patient tested negative for Ebola Virus Disease.

— Dr. Andrew OdurDr. Andrew Odur, Acting Director of Lira Regional Referral Hospital, confirmed the negative Ebola test results.

Following the patient's admission on Saturday, June 6, 2026, hospital officials immediately implemented national infection prevention and control protocols. The patient was isolated in the hospital's unit for urgent diagnostic investigations. Dr. Andrew Odur, the hospital's Acting Director, stated that the emergency response was managed according to national guidelines, ensuring strict adherence to safety measures during the investigation.

Relief came on Sunday, June 7, 2026, when laboratory results confirmed that the patient had not contracted Ebola. "Laboratory results confirmed that the patient tested negative for Ebola Virus Disease," Dr. Odur announced. Despite receiving intensive medical care, the patient's condition worsened, and he later passed away. A subsequent medical assessment revealed that the underlying cause of his illness was liver failure, which had mimicked Ebola-like symptoms.

Lira Regional Referral Hospital extends its heartfelt condolences to the family and loved ones of the deceased. May his soul rest in eternal peace.

— Lira Regional Referral HospitalThe hospital issued a statement expressing sympathy to the family of the patient who died from liver failure.

Hospital authorities extended their condolences to the deceased's family. Dr. Odur highlighted the incident as a reminder of the critical need for ongoing preparedness in Uganda's Ebola surveillance and response systems. He urged the public to remain calm but vigilant, reporting any unusual symptoms promptly and adhering to public health advice. Health workers were also encouraged to maintain heightened awareness when assessing patients with severe or uncommon symptoms.

Any unusual symptoms or suspected cases should be promptly reported to the District Surveillance Team and the Regional Medical E

— Dr. Andrew OdurDr. Odur urged health workers to report any unusual symptoms or suspected cases immediately.
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Originally published by AllAfrica Uganda in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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