OUAGADOUGOU, May 24 (Bernama-Xinhua) -- Burkina Faso has strengthened preventive measures against Ebola virus disease, with health authorities stressing that no cases have been recorded in the country so far, reported Xinhua.
In a statement issued on Saturday, the Health Ministry said it has stepped up epidemiological surveillance, particularly at the country's entry points.
Meanwhile, all health facilities have been placed on alert to ensure the early detection of any suspected cases.
The ministry also announced enhanced capacities of national laboratories, including the deployment of mobile laboratories to rapidly confirm suspected cases.
These measures are accompanied by the preparation of isolation sites and treatment systems, as well as the mobilisation of the Centre for Emergency Health Response Operations.
While reaffirming that no Ebola cases have been reported in Burkina Faso, health authorities called on the public to remain vigilant and comply with health guidelines.
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