Ebola latest: WHO worried about 'scale and speed' of outbreak
undefined 20, 2026

The Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo is rapidly worsening, with over 130 suspected deaths and 500+ cases. The World Health Organization warns about its scale and spread, worsened by limited testing and a rare Bundibugyo strain lacking vaccines. A US patient has been flown to Berlin, while travel bans and funding cuts spark criticism. Experts say global risk remains low but urge stronger containment and support.
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