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Ebola Surge: DR Congo’s health ministry says the Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak has climbed to 513 suspected cases and 131 deaths, with WHO warning the scale and speed could worsen as the virus spreads through urban areas and conflict-affected zones. WHO Alarm: WHO says global risk is still low, but national and regional risk is high, and it has declared the crisis a public health emergency of international concern. Americans Pulled From Exposure: The U.S. is monitoring Americans exposed in Congo, including a doctor evacuated to Germany, while the CDC tightens entry rules. Response Under Strain: Congo reports contact tracing is hard due to insecurity and movement restrictions, even as WHO and partners rush supplies and expand testing. Regional Fallout: Uganda reports confirmed cases, and the outbreak is already disrupting plans—DR Congo’s World Cup camp in Kinshasa was canceled over Ebola fears. Funding Boost: South Africa pledged $2.5 million via Africa CDC to support the response.

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Congo cancels 3-day World Cup training camp and fan farewell because of outbreak

Congo cancels 3-day World Cup training camp and fan farewell because of outbreak

At least 131 dead in Ebola outbreak in DR Congo as US evacuates exposed Americans

At least 131 dead in Ebola outbreak in DR Congo as US evacuates exposed Americans

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Q & A with Dr. Wohl: How global health changes could impact Ebola response

2 The Blank Page in the Ebola Playbook: The Ebola Bundibugyo Outbreak in the DRC and Uganda

2 The Blank Page in the Ebola Playbook: The Ebola Bundibugyo Outbreak in the DRC and Uganda

Deadly Congo Ebola outbreak began months ago – and will continue to grow, warns WHO

Deadly Congo Ebola outbreak began months ago – and will continue to grow, warns WHO


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