Why the Ebola outbreak is worrying public health officials
Summary
A new Ebola outbreak caused by a rare strain is spreading in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda, causing worry among health officials. The World Health Organization has declared it a public health emergency, and travel restrictions are in place to reduce spread.Key Facts
- The outbreak involves the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola, which currently has no vaccine.
- Thirty Ebola cases have been confirmed in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
- Two cases, including one death, have been confirmed in Uganda from travelers coming from the DRC.
- Over 500 suspected cases and 130 suspected deaths are reported.
- One American worker tested positive and is receiving treatment in Germany.
- Ebola is harder to control than some other viruses because it spreads easily once it jumps to humans.
- Past Ebola outbreaks have had death rates between 30% and 50%.
- Travel restrictions target people without U.S. passports from the affected countries to protect public health.
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