A mystery illness which leaves sufferers vomiting blood before some die within hours has claimed at least 15 people and left dozens needing treatment.
The unidentified bug which is spreading through southern Tanzania's Mbeya region has resulted in over 50 people being hospitalised.
But the condition, which can also cause nausea, is unlikely to become a widespread outbreak and men appear to be affected worst, according to health officials.
They are also testing local water for potential mercury contamination. What do you think of this story? Let us know in the comments below Felista Kisandu, Chief Medical Officer of the rural Chunya District in Mbeya, said specialists have moved into the area and are assessing patients. "This problem has not
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