Deadly Congo fever alert
The last couple of days I’ve been feeling a bit under the weather. The typical cold seems to be going around here among the staff - sore throat, headache, runny nose, etc. As bad as I feel, which isn’t all that bad I’m just glad that I don’t have what this guy has.
“The disease is characterised by sudden severe headaches, fever, vomiting and muscle pain, as well as pain in the lower back and upper abdomen. Uncontrolled bleeding usually occurs three to five days after symptoms appear.”
Deadly Congo fever alert in South Africa
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About Me

My name is Dave Ditges and I'm Florida native who moved out to South Africa in 2005 to serve along side Thrive Africa.
I head up the creative department as well as taking on the role of the resident "tech guy" in the office.
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