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Ebola outbreak in Uganda declared over by WHO
The World Health Organization has announced that Uganda is free from Ebola after a period without new cases. Meanwhile, the Democratic Republic of Congo is experiencing a rise in Ebola cases. (sources: aljazeera)
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The World Health Organization confirmed that Uganda has not reported new Ebola cases for 42 days, leading to the declaration that the outbreak is over. This follows ongoing concerns about rising cases in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
- The World Health Organization declared Uganda Ebola-free after 42 days without new transmissions.
- The Democratic Republic of Congo is currently facing an increase in Ebola cases.
Why it matters
The declaration signifies a significant public health achievement for Uganda while highlighting ongoing challenges in the region.
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