Uganda grapples with rumors about Ebola

KAMPALA, Uganda - Uganda is grappling with rumors as it strives to fight the recent Ebola outbreak that has left three people dead.

In a statement released on Sunday night, Uganda's Minister of Health Jane Ruth Aceng attempted to quash rumors that the disease had broken out in other parts of the country.

"I appeal to you all please, please desist from spreading false rumors about Ebola on social media and other media platforms," Aceng said.