WHO declares Ebola outbreak in DR Congo a global health emergency
Summary
The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared an Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo) a global health emergency. The outbreak involves around 246 suspected cases and 80 deaths, with cases also confirmed in neighboring Uganda.Key Facts
- The Ebola outbreak is in Ituri province, eastern DR Congo.
- About 246 suspected cases and 80 deaths have been reported.
- Eight cases have been confirmed by laboratory tests.
- Two cases have crossed into Uganda, including one death.
- The Ebola strain causing the outbreak is the Bundibugyo virus, which has no approved drugs or vaccines.
- The virus spreads through contact with bodily fluids and broken skin.
- WHO advises immediate isolation and treatment of confirmed cases and warns against closing borders or restricting trade.
- This is the 17th Ebola outbreak in DR Congo since the virus was discovered in 1976.
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