The Latest Breaking News from Ebola

Congo's Ebola outbreak sets first-month record with 1,048 cases, 267 deaths

The Democratic Republic of Congo is grappling with its most severe Ebola outbreak in its initial month, reporting over 1,000 confirmed cases and hundreds of deaths. The virus, a rare strain with no approved vaccine, is spreading rapidly, particularly in displacement camps. Contact tracing remains a significant hurdle, with officials…

The Times of India · Jun 23

Fears spread of Ebola accelerated by critical lack of water and sanitation – as cases pass 1,000

Hundreds of thousands in DRC’s Ituri province face critically limited access to clean water and sanitation, with recent aid cuts adding to the problem

The Independent UK · Jun 23

Ebola cases rise to 1,048, including 267 deaths, in Congo

JOHANNESBURG — ⁠The ⁠Democratic ​Republic ​of ‌Congo said late on ​Monday that ⁠confirmed Ebola ‌cases in the ⁠country had reached 1,048, including 267 deaths.

Bangkok Post · Jun 23

DRC announces free healthcare for all illnesses in Ituri as Ebola gains ground

The government of the Democratic Republic of Congo has announced the introduction of free healthcare for all diseases in Ituri – a pilot project that authorities hope to extend nationwide. This comes as the country struggles to contain an Ebola outbreak, with confirmed cases now at over 1,000.

Radio France Internationale · Jun 22

Ebola death toll reaches grim new milestone in Congo

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The Independent UK · Jun 22

Ebola cases in Congo outbreak top 1000, with 254 deaths

Contact tracing remains a key issue for local authorities as confirmed cases of the Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo reach 1003, including 254 deaths.

AAP · Jun 22

Ebola cases top 1,000 in Congo; 254 dead as outbreak spreads

In the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, a troubling Ebola outbreak unfolds, with more than 1,000 confirmed cases and 254 deaths reported. The unique Bundibugyo strain presents a significant challenge as there are no licensed vaccines or treatments available. Health authorities are facing difficulties with contact tracing, resulting in thousands…

The Times of India · Jun 22

Ebola cases in Congo surpass 1,000 with 254 people dead, authorities say

The Ebola outbreak was caused by the rare Bundibugyo virus which has no vaccines or treatment

The Independent UK · Jun 22

Good News from the Ebola Outbreak: The First American to Contract Bundibugyo Virus Has Fully Recovered

An American physician contracted Bundibugyo Ebola virus in DRC and was evacuated to Germany for care. He has fully recovered and been released. All high-risk contacts cleared 21-day monitoring.

Medical Daily · Jun 21

AAP Rolling News Bulletin June 21, 0330

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AAP · Jun 20