Ebola Outbreak in Congo: 'Very High' Risk
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- Published
- May 22, 2026
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- 2:11
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- Last updated
- May 23, 2026
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The World Health Organization warns of a very high Ebola risk in Congo, with over 80 confirmed cases and seven deaths, but officials believe the actual numbers are much higher. The outbreak is hitting hard in Ituri province, where frontline health workers face challenges from community resistance, misinformation, and clashes with local customs. The UN and…
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The World Health Organization warns of a very high Ebola risk in Congo, with over 80 confirmed cases and seven deaths, but officials believe the actual numbers are much higher. The outbreak is hitting hard in Ituri province, where frontline health workers face challenges from community resistance, misinformation, and clashes with local customs. The UN and US have pledged millions for aid, but the regions strained health infrastructure and ongoing conflict threaten to widen the outbreak. Support
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