The last known case of Marburg Virus Disease (MVD) in Ghana has fully recovered, health officials announced yesterday.

Last month, the World Health Organization confirmed there were three cases of the deadly Marburg Virus. Two people infected with the virus reportedly have died — an adult male and 14-month-old child.

In July, the country confirmed the outbreak of Marburg. MVD is a highly infectious disease similar to Ebola. It has been linked to fruit bats.

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Nearly 200 people who came into contact with the three people infected were followed up with by health experts. None of those people have presented any symptoms of the virus, according to Ghana Health Service.

Last month’s infections were the second time the Marburg Virus was confirmed in West Africa.

More about the Marburg Virus Disease can be found here.