WHO Reports 277 Deaths in Ebola Outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo
Summary
The World Health Organization reports 277 deaths and 1,094 confirmed Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of Congo, with rising infections and regional cooperation efforts including Uganda.
Key Points
- WHO reports 277 deaths and 1,094 confirmed Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of Congo since May 15.
- 387 patients are receiving treatment, 115 have recovered, and 131 suspected cases including 44 suspected deaths are reported.
- Treatment and diagnostic capacities have rapidly expanded across affected health zones in Congo.
- DRC and Uganda have commenced cross-border cooperation with surveillance, mobile labs, and treatment centers to contain the outbreak.
