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Ebola outbreak in Congo results in over 80 deaths
Congo is experiencing a new outbreak of Ebola in the Ituri province, prompting health authorities to enhance containment efforts. The Africa CDC has called for regional coordination in response to the outbreak. (sources: pbs, cbc, africacdc, bbc, cbsnews)
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The death toll from the Ebola outbreak in Congo has reached at least 80, with health workers increasing screening and contact tracing efforts. The Africa CDC is urging regional collaboration to address the situation.
- The outbreak is centered in the Ituri province of Congo.
- Health authorities have reported at least 80 deaths linked to the outbreak.
- Efforts are underway to enhance screening and contact tracing.
- The Africa CDC has called for urgent regional coordination.
Why it matters
The outbreak poses significant public health challenges and highlights the need for coordinated responses to infectious disease threats.
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pbsDeath toll climbs to at least 80 in Congo Ebola outbreakcbcAt least 80 deaths reported as Congo grapples with new Ebola outbreakafricacdcAfrica CDC Calls for Urgent Regional Coordination Following Ebola Virus Disease Outbreak in Ituri Province, DRC, and Imported Ebola Bundibugyo Case Reported by UgandabbcEbola outbreak kills 65 in eastern DR Congo's Ituri province