If you have been in a country in Africa where an outbreak of Marburg disease is ongoing and you develop a fever within 21 days, you should immediately call +46 771-117700 for advice. It is important not to seek help at a healthcare facility due to the risk of infection.
The Public Health Agency of Sweden
The Public Health Agency of Sweden
The Public Health Agency of Sweden is an independent public authority under the Swedish Government. We work to ensure good public health and to ensure that the population is protected against communicable diseases and other health threats.
On these pages you find a summary of what we do in various areas of public health and a compilation of publications that have been issued in English.
Information on Marburg Disease
Information about the mpox disease
The infectious disease mpox is essentially a zoonotic disease, i.e. a disease that can be transmitted between animals and humans. The virus can also be transmitted between humans.