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The Guardian
Ebola Crisis in DRC Worsens
The current Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is the second-worst in history, with nearly 4,900 cases and over 2,300 deaths, but it has received limited media attention. The outbreak is driven by the spread of a new virus species, Bundibugyo, which lacks effective vaccines or antivirals, making containment challenging. Ongoing conflict and instability in the region, coupled with global political shifts such as reduced foreign aid and decreased international cooperation, have hampered efforts to control the disease. Although vaccine and antiviral trials are underway, the combination of a new virus, regional instability, and limited global support has intensified the outbreak's severity.
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