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DR Congo facing 'catastrophic collision' of Ebola and war, WHO chief warns

The ongoing conflict between armed groups in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo has made it harder for health workers to contain the worsening Ebola outbreak, World Health Organization Secretary-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said Wednesday.

France 24

Fact check: Viral hantavirus map does not show confirmed cases

A map circulating online has been used to falsely suggest that the hantavirus is spreading rapidly in Europe, but its creator says it was intended to track news coverage.

Euronews

Mapped: The countries where Ebola has spread around the world

900 suspected cases and 223 deaths have been linked to an outbreak of Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo

The Independent UK

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RFK Jr.'s CDC Turns to Unpaid Airport Volunteers for Ebola Screening After Gutting Its Trained Workforce

The CDC urgently seeks volunteer screeners at major US airports as the Ebola outbreak nears 1,000 cases, following workforce cuts that have depleted public health resources.

International Business Times UK

Thailand becomes first country to enforce 21-day Ebola quarantine

Thailand has implemented a mandatory 21-day quarantine for travelers from the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda due to the Ebola outbreak. This measure, effective May 27, 2026, applies to those who have traveled from or passed through these nations within the last 21 days. The move aims to bolster…

The Economic Times

Global Health Leaders Reaffirm Commitment to Immunization Agenda 2030 at World Health Assembly

In response to these growing global concerns, the World Health Organization has reaffirmed its commitment to the Immunization Agenda 2030 (IA2030). The resolution underscores the importance of vaccines and reiterates their role as one of the most effective, equitable, and cost-efficient tools in public health.

Medical Daily

Hantavirus cruise outbreak rises with new case in Spain

Spain has reported a new case of hantavirus among the passengers who are in quarantine after the ill-fated cruise on the MV Hondius luxury liner.

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Ebola virus in India? Here's the latest update on the Bengaluru scare, symptoms and precautions explained

Ebola virus in Bangalore: A woman returning from Uganda was quarantined in Bengaluru with Ebola-like symptoms. Her tests have come back negative, bringing relief to health officials. The Indian government is monitoring the global Ebola situation closely. Travelers from affected regions are advised to monitor their health. No Ebola cases…

The Economic Times

Greece becomes a model country against childhood obesity with UNICEF's help

The results of the initiatives in Greece to tackle childhood obesity have been presented, showing outstanding progress.

Euronews

Woman quarantined in India tests negative for Ebola

A 28-year-old Ugandan woman who sparked an Ebola scare in India after being put in quarantine has tested negative for the deadly virus.

AAP

Indian govt closely monitoring Ebola situation; no confirmed case yet

India is closely watching the Ebola situation due to outbreaks in Africa. No confirmed cases have been reported in the country. A person in Bengaluru, who traveled from Uganda, was isolated for observation after showing mild symptoms. Health authorities are following World Health Organization guidelines. Samples have been sent for…

The Economic Times

Planes, trains and pandemics: Lessons from COVID-19 about travel risks posed by hantavirus and Ebola

International travel volumes have now fully recovered from the downturn during the COVID-19 pandemic. With the upcoming World Cup poised to drive a surge in Canadian tourism, recent hantavirus and Ebola virus outbreaks remind us of the need to effectively manage travel-related public health risks in a world on the…

The Conversation

Trump Administration Barred Key US Scientists From WHO Virus Response Talks: Report

National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases officials have reportedly been blocked from direct WHO contact, with only a narrow exception recently allowed as an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo intensified.

International Business Times

'Danger to the region': EU and UNICEF send 100 tonnes of aid to DR Congo amid Ebola outbreak

There are currently no vaccines or treatments available for the Bundibugyo virus. However, the EU is contributing €7.4 million to the development of vaccines and treatments with the WHO for a research and development plan, aimed at fast-tracking clinical trials.

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Medical Daily

Deadly Hantavirus Reaches U.S. Soil: Quarantined Patients in Nebraska and Atlanta After Cruise Ship Outbreak Kills Three and Infects Dozens Worldwide

A deadly outbreak of the Andes strain of hantavirus — carried aboard the Dutch expedition cruise ship MV Hondius on a voyage through the South Atlantic — has resulted in American passengers being quarantined or hospitalized in at least two U.S. cities, raising new questions about the country's preparedness for…

Medical Daily

Ebola Comes to Houston's Front Door: Bush Intercontinental Airport Begins Emergency Screening as Bundibugyo Strain Spreads Across Central Africa

Starting tonight at 11:59 PM EDT, George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) in Houston, Texas, will begin receiving travelers who have been present in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Uganda, or South Sudan within the last 21 days, directing them toward enhanced federal health screening. The CDC expansion, announced Saturday…

The Independent UK

Trump administration restricts leading US scientists’ involvement in global Ebola response – report

New restrictions prevent US health experts from contributing during conference calls with the World Health Organisation and limit those only listening to “small groups”

Euronews

Which countries cut foreign aid the most in 2025, and who is now leading the way?

Countries around the world are cutting humanitarian aid budgets, reshaping the global response to public health emergencies and crises.

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The Independent UK

1 in 3 people at centre of deadly Ebola outbreak don’t believe it is real: ‘A satanic disease’

Only 64 per cent of residents in the Ituri region of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) told ActionAid that the virus was not linked to spiritual or mythical causes

The Guardian - UK

First Thing: Huge climate cost of emissions from US immigration enforcement flights

Trump’s mass deportation campaign is accelerating the climate crisis. Plus, US students on why they booed their pro-AI graduation speakers

The Economic Times

Andhra govt begins Ebola screening at Vijayawada airport

Andhra Pradesh authorities have initiated Ebola virus screening for international passengers at Vijayawada Airport. A dedicated camp with medical staff is operational. Screening commenced on Tuesday. International flights to Vijayawada Airport operate three times weekly from Singapore. Previously, flights from Sharjah were discontinued.

The Times of India

Rare strain, community distrust, lack of vaccine: All you need to know about Congo’s Ebola crisis

Eastern Congo is battling one of its most dangerous Ebola outbreaks in years. The WHO has declared it a public health emergency of international concern and identified it as the third-largest outbreak of the Bundibugyo strain on record. So far, over 900 suspected cases have been recorded, including 101 confirmed…

The Times of India

Henry Wellcome’s £39.9 billion legacy became a health research engine that still fights disease today

Sir Henry Wellcome's innovative estate planning transformed his fortune into a self-sustaining financial architecture, now a £39.9 billion portfolio. This structure enables permanent research and global health initiatives, pumping nearly £2 billion annually into science. It acts as a stateless global architect, merging assets with organisations like the WHO to…

France 24

Ghana introduces new e-visa system to boost tourism, business

In tonight's edition: Ghana announces the end of visa fees for all African business travellers on Africa Day. Also, the WHO warns DR Congo's neighbours of the risks they face from the Ebola outbreak. Plus Senegal’s President Bassirou Diomaye Faye appoints economist Ahmadou ‌Al Aminou Lô as the country’s new…

The Economic Times

Forget Hantavirus and Ebola, this deadly virus has killed over 500, mostly children, in India's neighbouring country. Check signs and symptoms

A severe measles outbreak in Bangladesh has claimed over 500 lives, predominantly young children, with over 60,000 suspected cases reported. In a single day, more than 15 children died in Bangladesh, sparking concerns. Hospitals are overwhelmed, struggling with a lack of intensive care beds. Health officials express alarm over the…

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