Ebola virus kills 80 in Congo; WHO declares global health emergency

mypeoplesreview.com · 1 week ago

The Ebola virus outbreak in eastern Congo's Ituri Province has resulted in 80 deaths and 246 suspected cases. The World Health Organization has declared a global health emergency. The "Bundibugyo" strain is involved, differing from previous outbreaks that primarily used the "Zaire" strain, for which most vaccines and treatments are designed. A case has also been detected in Uganda, raising concerns about cross-border spread to Uganda and South Sudan, with Kenya increasing vigilance.