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What is Ebola, how does it spread and is there any outbreak in India? All FAQs answered

Ebola outbreak: The World Health Organization has declared an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda a public health emergency. Driven by the Bundibugyo virus, the disease has caused significant fatalities. Health officials urge caution and preventive measures, emphasizing that Ebola spreads through direct contact with…

The Economic Times

Hantavirus-hit cruise ship set to reach Rotterdam port as final destination

The cruise ship MV Hondius, hit by hantavirus, has docked in Rotterdam for disinfection. Remaining crew and medical staff will undergo quarantine. The outbreak, involving the Andes virus, has seen three deaths. Authorities are managing the situation, with the WHO stating it is not comparable to COVID-19. Citizens express some…

The Economic Times

Ebola outbreak sparks concern in India, US: Should you be worried? Here's what you need to know about signs, symptoms and prevention

Ebola in India: The WHO has declared the Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda a public health emergency with over 300 cases and 88 deaths. Indian and US health experts assure no need for panic, emphasizing Ebola's direct contact spread, unlike COVID-19, while stressing vigilance and early detection. There are…

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Hantavirus-hit cruise ship MV Hondius to dock in Rotterdam after onboard cases

A Hantavirus outbreak on the MV Hondius cruise ship is set to dock in Rotterdam for disinfection. Passengers and crew faced quarantine after the Andes virus strain was detected. Authorities are managing the situation, with WHO recommending a 42-day isolation period for those exposed to the serious, rodent-borne illness.

The Times of India

Morning Mail: big tobacco accused of scare tactics, how supermarkets swap discounts, and Ebola fears rise

Big tobacco stoking fears over illicit trade, experts claim; supermarket promotions in sync

The Guardian - AU

Meghan says leaders must act to protect children against ‘exploitative and harmful’ online content

Duchess spoke about dangers of social media and AI to young people at Lost Screen Memorial on Sunday

The Independent UK

Meghan urges global health leaders to act to keep children safe online

The duchess made the remarks at the opening of the Lost Screen Memorial on Sunday.

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What is Ebola and why is WHO treating outbreak as global health emergency?

Strain of fatal disease has no vaccine and conflict in DRC makes containing spread difficult as Uganda reports cases

The Guardian - UK

Is Meghan Markle Following Kate Middleton? Prince Harry's Wife Undertakes Europe Trip Days After Princess of Wales' Italy Visit

Meghan Markle travels to Geneva for a children's online safety memorial days after Princess Kate's Italy tour, joining WHO leaders and bereaved parents at a stark public installation.

International Business Times UK

Big tobacco is exploiting fears of the illicit market to unwind health gains, experts warn

Cigarettes kill 66 Australians every day, health groups say, criticising MPs who heard evidence from Philip Morris in secret

The Guardian - AU

What you need to know about the latest Ebola outbreak and rare Bundibugyo strain

Bundibugyo virus disease has caused two previous outbreaks of Ebola in 2007 and 2012

The Independent UK

WHO declares international health emergency after Ebola outbreak in Congo

The Democratic Republic of the Congo is in the midst of an outbreak believed to have killed more than 80 people

Evening Standard

WHO declares international emergency as Ebola outbreak kills more than 80 in DR Congo

The World Health Organization has declared an international health emergency due to an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo. This strain of Ebola has no vaccine and has already caused over 80 deaths. Fears of further spread are growing as a case was confirmed in the city of…

The Economic Times

‘We’re not ready’: US lags on pandemic preparedness after Covid, experts say

Experts say slashed funding and growing misinformation are some of the greatest challenges facing public health

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The Independent UK

WHO issues key advice as Ebola death toll nears triple figures

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Ebola outbreak declared emergency of international concern: What is it, how does it spread, and is there a vaccine?

The World Health Organization has declared the Ebola outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda a global health emergency. The virus poses a significant risk to neighboring countries. While not a pandemic, the situation demands attention. Cases have been reported in eastern DRC. Vaccines exist for the Zaire strain,…

The Independent UK

Global health emergency declared over Ebola outbreak

WHO director-general says Ebola disease outbreak of international concern after more than 300 suspected cases and 88 deaths

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WHO declares Ebola outbreak in DRC a health emergency 'of international concern'

An Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has killed more than 80 as authorities warned there was no vaccine for the strain in a crisis that the World Health Organization declared an international health emergency on Sunday.

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Ebola virus outbreak: WHO declares international health emergency after rare strain kills 87 in Congo

The World Health Organization declared an international health emergency over a rare Bundibugyo Ebola strain in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda, with dozens dead. Cases and deaths are rising, particularly in Congo's Ituri province, where community spread and violence complicate containment efforts. This marks Congo's 17th Ebola outbreak.

The Guardian - UK

WHO says Ebola outbreak in DRC and Uganda is ‘emergency’ of international concern

At least 80 deaths and more than 300 suspected cases in the DRC, while Uganda reports spread from travellers

The Economic Times

WHO declares Ebola outbreak in Congo, Uganda a global public health emergency

The World Health Organisation has declared an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda a public health emergency of international concern. This outbreak has caused suspected deaths and confirmed cases in DRC's Ituri province. Uganda has also reported confirmed cases, including one death, from individuals travelling from…

The Times of India

Canada reports suspected hantavirus case linked to deadly cruise ship outbreak

A Canadian passenger who travelled aboard the cruise ship MV Hondius has tested “presumptive positive” for the Andes strain of hantavirus, raising fresh concern as health authorities continue monitoring passengers linked to the outbreak that has already claimed three lives. Officials in Canada’s British Columbia province said the patient, one…

International Business Times UK

Health Chief Overseeing Trump's Hantavirus Crisis Is a Penile Implant Specialist and Hosted a Show Called 'Erection Connection'

Admiral Brian Christine, a urologist, leads the U.S. response to the hantavirus crisis, sparking debate over his medical background and public health views.

International Business Times UK

'A Critical Period': Canada Confirms First Presumptive Hantavirus Case Among Cruise Ship Returnees

A Yukon resident in British Columbia tested presumptively positive for Andes hantavirus, linked to a cruise ship outbreak. Health officials monitor the situation, emphasising low public risk.

The Guardian - UK

Declare climate crisis a global public health emergency, experts tell WHO

Exclusive: Commission says alert would trigger coordinated international response that could help avoid millions dying

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