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Ebola may have spread beyond Africa. How are health authorities responding?

The latest Ebola outbreak is showing no signs of slowing.

The Conversation

Ebola, hantavirus… how eroding global health cooperation could threaten worse crises ahead

The recent Ebola and hantavirus outbreaks, respectively in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda, and on a cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean, remind us that the next health crisis is never far away. They also illustrate the World Health Organization’s key role in global coordination and the importance…

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Countries tighten travel rules as Ebola risk rises

Following the WHO's declaration of an Ebola outbreak as a Public Health Emergency of International Concern, numerous countries and airlines have implemented travel restrictions and enhanced screening measures. These actions aim to prevent the spread of the virus, with specific bans and quarantine requirements targeting travelers from affected regions like…

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WHO chief reports 5 Ebola recoveries as a new treatment center opens in eastern Congo

Five patients have recovered from the rare Bundibugyo strain of Ebola in eastern Congo, offering hope amid an outbreak that has infected 134 people and caused 18 confirmed deaths in Congo and neighbouring Uganda, according to the World Health Organization. WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus announced the recoveries during the…

The Economic Times

What to know about the outbreak of a rare kind of Ebola as cases outpace response

A rare Ebola outbreak is spreading rapidly in Congo and Uganda. The Bundibugyo virus has no approved treatments. Health workers face challenges due to conflict and a distrustful population. International aid is arriving, but the response struggles to keep pace with the escalating crisis. The World Health Organization has declared…

The Economic Times

WHO urges countries to reconsider travel restrictions amid Ebola outbreak

WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus urged nations to reconsider travel bans and border closures hindering the Ebola response in DRC and Uganda. He emphasised that such restrictions erode trust and transparency, crucial for effective containment. Despite rising cases, the WHO expressed confidence in Congo's ability to manage the outbreak, citing…

The Times of India

WHO chief visits Congo Ebola epicentre Saturday to urge community action

WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus arrived in Ituri on Saturday to back the response against a rare Ebola strain. With over 1,000 suspected cases and 246 deaths, Tedros emphasised the critical need for community work.

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'We’re with you': WHO chief rushes to Congo as Ebola outbreak worsens

The WHO chief is urging greater international backing to combat a rapidly spreading Ebola outbreak in the DRC, highlighting delays and community mistrust as major hurdles. He stressed the need for local cooperation and urged countries to reconsider travel bans. The outbreak has already reached Uganda, with thousands of cases…

The Times of India

What’s wrong with how US and Uganda plan to stop Ebola spreading

As public health workers in the Democratic Republic of Congo work to rein in a growing outbreak of a rare Ebola virus, other countries are establishing protocols for keeping their own populations safe.

The Conversation

Emirates issues travel rules amid Ebola outbreak as US, Canada increase airport screening measures

Emirates has issued a travel advisory due to tightened Ebola-related entry requirements by the US and Canada for travelers from Uganda. This response to Uganda's latest outbreak includes enhanced health screenings and monitoring, reflecting increased global aviation caution following the pandemic.

The Times of India

Ebola outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo: Mongbwalu residents split over disease threat and government response

An Ebola outbreak is devastating Mongbwalu in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. Many residents deny the virus's existence, complicating response efforts. Healthcare workers face challenges with limited resources. The outbreak has spread to nearby provinces and Uganda. The World Health Organization declared it an international emergency. Authorities are working to…

The Economic Times

US allocates extra $80 mn to tackle Ebola

The United States announced Thursday that it was allocating an additional $80 million to help combat the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda. Secretary of State Marco Rubio vowed on Wednesday to keep Ebola out of the United States.

The Economic Times

Woman Says She Returned From Uganda as Ebola Measures Were Announced, But Faced No Checks at US Airport

A US traveller reported no Ebola screening at Dulles Airport despite new restrictions, raising questions about the consistency of health protocols during outbreaks.

International Business Times UK

Uganda orders immediate closure of border with Congo over Ebola fears

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Uganda shuts border with DR Congo as cases of rare Ebola type surge

The decision by the Ugandan Ebola task force, which goes against World Health Organization guidance, follows a rise in health workers exposed to Ebola by Congolese patients who crossed before the outbreak was declared.

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Is Ebola Entering India? What You Must Know

One hospital quarantine in Bengaluru was enough to trigger fear across the country. After a woman returning from Uganda showed Ebola-like symptoms, panic spread rapidly online, with many wondering whether the deadly virus had finally reached India. Although her test later came back negative, the scare has pushed health authorities…

The Times of India

Uganda temporarily closes DRC border amid escalating Ebola outbreak

In a proactive move to combat rising Ebola threats, Uganda has implemented stringent border controls with the DRC. Only essential workers and freight can cross, provided they undergo rigorous health screenings. Those returning home must adhere to a mandatory 21-day isolation period. Educational institutions at the border continue to function,…

The Economic Times

India sends emergency medical supplies for Ebola outbreak response in Congo

India has provided crucial pharmaceutical supplies to aid the fight against the Ebola outbreak in Congo. The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention confirmed the donation's arrival in Uganda. These essential materials will be deployed to affected communities in eastern DR Congo. India's commitment to health security across the…

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WHO warns of 'catastrophic collision' of Ebola and war in DR Congo

KAMPALA - Conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo is complicating efforts to rein in a deadly Ebola outbreak, the World Health Organization chief warned Wednesday, while Uganda announced it was shutting its border.

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