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Red Cross volunteers die from suspected Ebola in DR Congo
Three Red Cross workers have died from suspected Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The organization reports that they contracted the virus before the outbreak was officially identified. (sources: bbc, cbsnews)
ModernAction Briefing
The Red Cross confirmed the deaths of three volunteers due to suspected Ebola. These individuals were among the first known victims of the outbreak.
- The three Red Cross workers died in March.
- They contracted the virus prior to the outbreak's identification.
- The Red Cross has stated they were among the first known victims of the outbreak.
Why it matters
The deaths highlight the risks faced by health workers in outbreak situations.
Action context
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