More than 70 medics infected with Ebola as DRC outbreak spreads ‘fast’
Summary
An Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has infected nearly 900 people and killed over 230, including 17 healthcare workers. The outbreak is spreading quickly, especially in crowded displacement camps, and medical supplies and staff are in short supply.Key Facts
- The Ebola outbreak in DRC began officially on May 15 but may have been spreading for months before.
- Over 230 people have died and about 900 people are infected in 31 health zones.
- At least 17 healthcare workers have died and 75 have been infected since the outbreak started.
- The DRC has very few healthcare workers, with approximately 11 workers per 10,000 people.
- Protective gear like gloves and masks is scarce in many health facilities.
- Displacement camps, with crowded living conditions and poor sanitation, face high risks of Ebola spread.
- African Union countries pledged nearly $1 billion to support the outbreak response in DRC and Uganda.
- Funding cuts, including by the U.S. under President Trump, have reduced support for water, hygiene, and sanitation programs that help control the disease.
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