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Ebola

A dangerous infectious disease with a high fatality rate
Ebola virus is the common name for five species of the genus Ebolavirus within the Filoviridae family. The virus was named after the Ebola River in Africa, where it was first isolated in 1976. Patients with Ebola experience hemorrhagic fever. The disease is characterized by a high fatality rate—up to 90%. The pathogen is transmitted through direct contact with the blood or secretions of an infected person or animal. Fruit bats are considered the natural reservoir of the virus. The largest outbreak of the infection occurred in 2014–2016 in West Africa.
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In Congo, the number of Ebola cases has risen to 3,200, and the death toll to 1,400

In the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the number of confirmed Ebola cases has risen to 3,200, including 1,405 deaths. The data was published by government sources on Sunday.

News of the World • July 27, 02:42 PM • 3467 views
In Congo, the number of confirmed Ebola cases approaches 3000

In the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the number of confirmed cases of Ebola virus infection has risen to nearly 3000. More than 1,300 people have died from the disease, and there is no effective vaccine against the strain.

Health • July 25, 10:54 PM • 3787 views
Ebola death toll in Congo exceeds 1,000

The number of Ebola deaths in the DRC has reached 1,033, with 2,536 confirmed cases. The outbreak is caused by the rare Bundibugyo strain, for which there is no approved vaccine.

Health • July 24, 07:15 AM • 3862 views
The number of victims of the Ebola outbreak in the DRC has risen to 930, among the dead are dozens of medical workers

In the DRC, the number of deaths from Ebola has reached 930, with 37 new deaths recorded in a day. WHO warns of the rapid spread of the Bundibugyo virus, for which there is no vaccine.

Health • July 21, 01:39 AM • 3996 views
The US has temporarily banned its citizens from returning from Congo due to the Ebola outbreak

The Trump administration has imposed temporary restrictions on the return of Americans from Congo due to the Ebola outbreak. US citizens must spend 21 days in a third country before departure.

Health • July 14, 05:00 AM • 5958 views
Ebola outbreak in Congo becomes the fastest in history and continues to gain momentum

The Ebola virus outbreak in the eastern DRC has become the fastest-growing in history. Nearly 2,000 confirmed cases of infection have been reported, 702 of which have resulted in death.

Health • July 13, 11:56 PM • 4347 views
Ebola patients flee hospitals in Congo amid hunger crisis

In the DRC, more than 150 Ebola patients have fled treatment centers in search of food. The outbreak has affected nearly 900 people, more than a quarter of whom have died.

Health • June 19, 04:59 AM • 6064 views
UN warns of worsening hunger situation in 13 regions of the world

FAO and WFP predict an intensification of the food crisis in 13 regions by November 2026. Acute hunger threatens 266 million people due to conflicts.

News of the World • June 17, 10:59 PM • 3938 views
G7 to coordinate response to Ebola outbreak in Africa – Costa

The G7 is mobilizing resources and personnel to combat Ebola in Congo and Uganda. António Costa emphasized the importance of international coordination of efforts.

Health • June 15, 02:03 PM • 4058 views
Ebola outbreak reaches IDP camp in DR Congo - first deaths recorded

The first Ebola deaths among displaced persons have been recorded at the Kpangba camp. Due to poor sanitation and high population density, there is a risk of the virus spreading rapidly.

Health • June 12, 01:53 PM • 4800 views
Protests erupt in Kenya over construction of Ebola quarantine center

Clashes occurred in Nanyuki over U. S. plans to build a center for Ebola patients. There are injuries and dozens of detainees.

News of the World • June 9, 10:38 PM • 3660 views
Entry may be restricted during the 2026 World Cup: US urged Europe to more actively counter the spread of Ebola from Africa

The US is calling on Europe to restrict entry from Africa due to an Ebola outbreak. Otherwise, Washington will tighten travel rules for Europeans traveling to America.

Sports • June 9, 07:16 PM • 5042 views
WHO Chief Urges Uganda to Lift Border Restrictions with Congo Amid Ebola Outbreak

The head of the WHO called the closing of borders an ineffective method of fighting Ebola. He urged Uganda to lift entry restrictions from neighboring Congo.

Health • June 9, 01:57 AM • 4354 views
Ebola outbreak in Africa could exceed the scale of the 2014 epidemic - WHO

In East Africa, 471 cases of Ebola and 82 deaths have been confirmed. Most of the patients are in Congo, while 19 fatalities have been recorded in neighboring Uganda.

Health • June 6, 05:04 PM • 11046 views
WHO Chief Admits Setback in Fight Against Ebola Outbreak in Congo

Congo has confirmed 344 cases of Ebola and 60 deaths due to the spread of the virus. The WHO chief urged against travel restrictions to ensure an effective response.

Health • June 4, 04:40 AM • 4372 views
Two people killed in Kenya during protests over U.S. Ebola center - Reuters

In Kenya, two people were killed during protests against a U. S. quarantine center. A court has suspended construction of the Ebola facility until June 23.

News of the World • June 2, 09:52 AM • 3586 views
Sterile burials of Ebola victims sparked protests and attacks on clinics in Congo

In Congo, attacks on clinics have begun due to the ban on traditional burial rites for Ebola victims. Relatives of the deceased are protesting against sterile procedures.

Health • June 1, 09:37 PM • 3765 views