DR Congo facing 'catastrophic collision' of Ebola and war, WHO chief warns
Summary
The World Health Organization (WHO) warns that violent conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo is making it very hard to control a deadly Ebola outbreak. The Ebola virus is spreading quickly in Ituri province, where fighting has caused many people to be displaced and health services to be disrupted.Key Facts
- Ebola outbreak in eastern DR Congo’s Ituri province is worsening amid ongoing armed conflict.
- The WHO has recorded 10 confirmed Ebola deaths and 220 suspected deaths since mid-May.
- There are about 900 suspected Ebola cases reported since the outbreak was declared on May 15.
- The Ebola strain spreading has no approved vaccine or treatment.
- Fighting in the region has pushed many people into crowded camps, increasing virus spread risk.
- Attacks on health facilities and staff are making it difficult to trace and isolate cases.
- Ituri province has had little government presence and services for many years.
- Health workers are allowing family visits under supervision to reduce tensions and encourage hospital care.
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