The World Health Organisation (WHO) declared the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda a public health emergency of international concern due to 80 suspected deaths. The outbreak is caused by the Bundibugyo virus, which is considered 'extraordinary' as there are no approved therapeutics or vaccines specific to this strain unlike for Ebola-Zaire. Uganda reported two lab-confirmed cases and a death from DRC-travellers.
An Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda has been declared a public health emergency of international concern by the World Health Organisation, with 80 suspected deaths and eight laboratory-confirmed cases reported as of Saturday.
The outbreak, caused by the Bundibugyo virus, is considered 'extraordinary' as there are no approved therapeutics or vaccines specific to this strain unlike for Ebola-Zaire. The DRC health ministry reported 80 deaths and eight confirmed cases in the eastern province, which is considered the 17th outbreak in the country. An additional case was confirmed in Goma, a rebel-held city. The outbreak poses a public health risk to other countries with documented international spread.
Uganda reported two lab-confirmed cases and a death from DRC-travellers. The WHO advises immediate isolation of confirmed cases, daily monitoring of contacts, and restricting travel for 21 days. The dense tropical forests of the DRC provide a natural reservoir for the Ebola virus
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