GENEVA β The World Health Organization (WHO) announced on Wednesday that the Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has resulted in more than 130 deaths. The outbreak, involving the rare Bundibugyo strain, is believed to have started approximately two months ago and is expected to continue growing, according to WHO officials.
The outbreak is centered in the eastern region of the DRC, an area that has faced previous Ebola epidemics. WHO has deployed response teams to support local health authorities in containment efforts, including contact tracing and vaccination campaigns. The Bundibugyo strain is less common than the Zaire strain but still poses significant public health risks.
As of the latest reports, the number of confirmed and probable cases continues to rise, with health workers facing challenges due to the region's insecurity and limited infrastructure. WHO emphasized the need for international support to prevent the outbreak from spreading further.
