Ebola death toll in Congo reaches 600, as new cases suspected in previously unaffected province
Summary
The Ebola death toll in Congo has reached 600 as new suspected cases appear in previously unaffected provinces including Kisangani in Tshopo province.
Key Points
- The Ebola death toll in Congo's latest outbreak has reached 600.
- Two new suspected cases have been reported in Kisangani, Tshopo province, an area not previously affected.
- The outbreak is caused by the rare Bundibugyo virus, which lacks approved vaccines or treatments.
- Containment efforts face challenges due to funding gaps, attacks on health centers, and ongoing conflict in eastern Congo.
