WHO chief: Ebola outbreak in DRC spreading at ‘unprecedented rate’
Summary
An Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has caused 1,751 deaths in three months. Efforts to stop the virus are being slowed by ongoing conflict, problems in tracking cases, and lack of money.Key Facts
- The Ebola outbreak in eastern DRC is spreading very quickly.
- In three months, the outbreak has killed 1,751 people.
- Conflict in the area makes it hard for health workers to do their jobs.
- Gaps in disease monitoring are causing delays in detecting new cases.
- There is not enough funding to fully support the response efforts.
- The World Health Organization (WHO) considers this the fastest-growing Ebola outbreak.
- The situation is challenging because of violence and security issues in the region.
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