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Tanzania tightens Ebola screening
Tanzania boosts health checks for travelers after DRC Ebola case.
In brief
Tanzania boosts health checks for travelers after DRC Ebola case. Tanzania requires travelers to fill health forms and undergo screening to prevent Ebola spread from DRC. Originally reported by Allafrica.
Tanzania government
Tanzania government strengthens health screening for international travelers.
Ebola outbreak response
Government requires travelers to fill online health forms before departure or arrival.
Health screening measures
Travelers undergo temperature checks and health screening at entry points.
High-risk travelers
High-risk travelers must follow up for 21 days via automated messages.
Public health advice
Travellers report symptoms to health facilities or call toll-free number 199.
Contaminated transport
Contaminated vehicles must be decontaminated at entry points.
At a glance
Tanzania requires travelers to fill health forms and undergo screening to prevent Ebola spread from DRC.
