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DRC Ebola outbreak surges past 6,000 cases as death toll nears 3,000
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DRC Ebola outbreak surges past 6,000 cases as death toll nears 3,000

An Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has exceeded 6,000 confirmed cases and caused nearly 3,000 deaths, marking the largest outbreak in the country's history. The Bundibugyo strain, which lacks an approved vaccine or treatment, is driving the epidemic, which has spread across six provinces. Despite efforts to control the outbreak, challenges include security issues, limited healthcare access, and population displacement. The case fatality rate stands at approximately 48%, though over 1,300 individuals have recovered. The World Health Organization warns the outbreak could surpass the deadliest Ebola epidemic in history, which occurred in West Africa from 2014 to 2016.

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DRC Ebola outbreak surges past 6,000 cases as death toll nears 3,000

An Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has exceeded 6,000 confirmed cases and caused nearly 3,000 deaths, marking the largest outbreak in the country's history. The Bundibugyo strain, which lacks an approved vaccine or treatment, is driving the epidemic, which has spread across six provinces. Despite efforts to control the outbreak, challenges include security issues, limited healthcare access, and population displacement. The case fatality rate stands at approximately 48%, though over 1,300 individuals have recovered. The World Health Organization warns the outbreak could surpass the deadliest Ebola epidemic in history, which occurred in West Africa from 2014 to 2016.

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