'DRC's largest Ebola outbreak on record: Active conflict and armed groups hamper the response'
Summary
The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is experiencing its largest Ebola outbreak ever. The outbreak was not detected for months, and efforts to control it have been made harder by ongoing fighting and armed groups in the area.Key Facts
- The Ebola outbreak in the DRC is the biggest in the country's history.
- The virus spread without being noticed for several months.
- It is a Bundibugyo strain, which is hard to tell apart from other illnesses.
- The health response has been delayed because diagnosis was difficult.
- Armed conflict and violence in the region make it hard for health workers to do their job.
- Over 1,800 people have died from Ebola in this outbreak so far.
- The World Health Organization has called for stronger action as cases near 4,000.
- The International Rescue Committee is involved in helping fight the outbreak.
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