Summary
The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is facing a new outbreak of Ebola in the southern Kasai province. A 34-year-old pregnant woman is the latest confirmed case, bringing the total suspected cases to 28 with 15 deaths. The World Health Organization is assisting local health teams to control the spread.
Key Facts
- The DRC confirmed a new Ebola case in the Kasai province.
- The patient is a 34-year-old pregnant woman.
- The total suspected cases in the current outbreak are 28, with 15 fatalities.
- Health Minister Roger Kamba stated that case numbers are still being investigated.
- The World Health Organization is working with the DRC on disease control measures.
- Ebola symptoms reported include fever, vomiting, diarrhea, and hemorrhaging.
- WHO is sending experts and medical supplies to assist with the outbreak response.
- This is the 16th Ebola outbreak in the DRC, with the last one in April 2022.
