Uganda, Feb. 10 -- Health authorities in Bukomansimbi District, Central Uganda are on a high alert following the outbreak of a strange disease which has so far claimed five children.

The unknown disease with symptoms of high fever, vomiting, paleness , passing out bloody urine and general body weakness, was first detected in January this year in the six villages of Kyankoko, Misenyi, Kabandiko, Baakijjulula, Gayaza and Kabangereza- all in Kitanda Sub County, Bukomansimbi District.

According to Ms Margaret Namuwonge, a resident of Kyankoko Village, she lost her 13- year -old daughter last week after passing out bloody urine and complaining of excessive headache. The child was rushed to Villa Maria Hospital where she died after being admi...