DR Congo Ebola epidemic becomes world’s second largest outbreak
Summary
More than 3,500 people in the Democratic Republic of the Congo have caught the Ebola virus, making this the second largest Ebola outbreak ever recorded. The outbreak is caused by a rare strain without a vaccine or approved treatment and is spreading quickly despite efforts to control it.Key Facts
- The current Ebola outbreak in DR Congo has 3,532 confirmed cases.
- Since it began less than three months ago, it is spreading faster than any previous Ebola outbreak.
- At least 1,556 people have died, with a death rate of 44.1%.
- This outbreak is caused by the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola, which has no approved vaccine or treatment.
- Medical staff face security issues due to attacks and many armed groups in the region.
- Public distrust and preference for traditional healers make controlling the outbreak harder.
- The World Health Organization says the true number of cases might be four times higher than reported.
- The outbreak affects five provinces: Haut-Uele, Ituri, North Kivu, South Kivu, and Tshopo.
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