Ebola Outbreak Declared an International Emergency
The World Health Organization has declared the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo an international emergency. Several Americans are reported to have been exposed to suspected cases. (sources: nytimes, washingtonpost, cbsnews, statnews, ksl)
The World Health Organization has classified the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo as an international emergency, raising concerns about potential spread to neighboring Uganda. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is increasing its response efforts.
- The WHO has declared the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo an international emergency.
- A number of Americans in the Congo are believed to have been exposed to suspected Ebola cases.
- The CDC is escalating its response to the outbreak following the WHO's declaration.
Why it matters
The declaration highlights the global health risks associated with the Ebola outbreak and the need for coordinated response efforts.
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