WHO warns DR Congo Ebola outbreak is outpacing response as Uganda reaches milestone
The World Health Organization (WHO) has warned that the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is expanding faster than the response efforts, with over 2,273 cases and 796 deaths reported. The situation remains dire due to ongoing transmission in Ituri province, where most new infections are not traced back to known contacts, and many deaths occur in communities without access to healthcare facilities. Armed conflicts have further hindered containment efforts, including an attack on an Ebola treatment center in Bunia. While treatment capacity has improved significantly, with over 800 beds available and enhanced lab capabilities, the WHO director-general emphasized the need for greater political and financial support, highlighting a $400 million funding shortfall. In contrast, neighboring Uganda has reached a milestone by discharging its last confirmed Ebola patient, signaling potential success in controlling the outbreak.
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