Widespread reporting of “Dinga Dinga” a Mysterious virus outbreak in Uganda has remained unconfirmed by Ministry of health nor identified by World Health Organisations.by: Adolph Muhumuza
Widespread of speculative mysterious virus in Uganda has drawn attention and controversies about the credibility of the sources. throughout the week, there is videos trending of shaking dancing women whose claims identifies are victims of dinga dinga virus. according to Daily Monitor, since the outbreak. This condition predominantly impacts women and girls, causing symptoms such as fever and uncontrollable body shaking, which severely hampers mobility.
According to Local health officials the “virus” is currently being treated with antibiotics, and patients typically recover within a week. No fatalities have been reported so far. and further claims indicates Samples have been submitted to Uganda’s Ministry of Health for analysis, but no official statement has been released yet.
According to Daily Monitor sources: Dr. Kiyita Christopher, the district health officer, the illness is currently being treated with antibiotics, given by community health teams, and no fatalities have been reported so far.
Various media organisations such as Daily Mail, CNBCTV among others have reported this mysterious virus.
Factjaja tried to contact Ministry of Health Public Relations, Emmanuel Ainebyoona refuted the claims as they have not yet received official confirmation from Ministry of Health about the virus.
World Health Organization (WHO) has not officially recognized or provided detailed information about a condition termed “Dinga Dinga.”
at factjaja, We urge the public to remain calm and refrain from spreading unverified information that could cause unnecessary fear or panic. Our Health reporting and fact-checkers are actively investigating the credibility of the news.
