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WHO reports struggle to contain Ebola outbreak in DR Congo
The World Health Organization warns it is struggling to contain an Ebola outbreak in DR Congo, noting the virus had been spreading undetected for months.
Democratic Republic of Congo faces record-breaking Ebola outbreak, says WHO
The World Health Organisation reports that the current Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has become the largest in the country's history, spanning five provinces and causing over 1,500 deaths.
Congo Ebola Crisis: Death Toll Hits 1,405 Amid Rapid Spread
With 1,405 deaths and 3,200 infections, the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is spreading rapidly, prompting international efforts to accelerate vaccine testing.
Living Through the US Cyclospora Outbreak: A Daily Struggle
A massive US outbreak of the intestinal parasite cyclospora has left thousands infected and residents struggling with health concerns and deep distrust of official findings.
WHO Declares End to Cruise Ship Hantavirus Incident
The WHO has declared the hantavirus outbreak aboard the cruise ship MV Hondius officially over after the final monitored contact tested negative and concluded their quarantine.
Central African Republic announces cholera epidemic following 24 fatalities
The Central African Republic reports a cholera outbreak with 24 fatalities and 197 cases confirmed in districts near Bangui.
France Identifies Initial Ebola Patient
France confirms its first Ebola case, involving a doctor returning from the Democratic Republic of Congo, while health officials stress the risk to the public is minimal.
France Reports Initial Ebola Infection
France has identified its first Ebola case in a doctor who recently returned from providing humanitarian assistance in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
France reports initial Ebola case linked to current African outbreak
France has confirmed its first domestic case of Ebola in a doctor returning from the Democratic Republic of Congo, marking the first time the current outbreak has reached French territory.
Ebola Outbreak in DR Congo Scaling Faster Than Anticipated
Health officials warn that the current Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo is spreading more aggressively than initially feared, with suspected case counts potentially surpassing 1,000.