CDC Issues Health Advisory on Ebola Outbreak in Uganda

The CDC has issued a health advisory to raise awareness among healthcare workers in the U.S. about an ongoing outbreak of Ebola virus disease in Uganda, caused by the Sudan virus. The advisory, reported on August 13, 2026, emphasizes that there are no suspected or confirmed cases in the U.S. but reminds physicians of best practices for Ebola. There is currently no FDA-licensed vaccine for this specific strain of Ebola.