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When Science and Courage Meet Crisis: Dr. Tsion Firew and the Battle Against Marburg Virus in Rwanda

October 22, 2025

A physician who confronted Marburg in Rwanda and, previously, COVID-19 in New York, demonstrated what’s possible with bravery and supportive systems.

Categories Angel Sightings Tags Covid, Marburg, New York City, Rwanda

Tanzania Health Worker’s Quick Alert Contained Deadly Marburg Virus

October 8, 2025October 8, 2025

Vedastina Shumbusho received the Women in Global Health Africa Award for her 3 am digital report that helped contain a deadly Marburg outbreak in rural Tanzania.

Categories Angel Sightings Tags Amref, Awards, Community health workers, Marburg, Tanzania

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