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Deadliest Ebola outbreak in Congo
The article explains that the current Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is the deadliest in the country's history, with over 2,325 deaths, surpassing the 2018-2020 outbreak which resulted in approximately 2,299 fatalities. This outbreak is also the fastest growing, spreading rapidly and currently affecting six provinces, with about 90% of cases concentrated in Ituri Province. The outbreak is linked to a rare strain of the virus known as Bundibugyo, which is more difficult to control because there are currently no approved vaccines or treatments for it. The health authorities face significant challenges in tracking and isolating cases, as 60-70% of infections are discovered outside of known contacts, which facilitates wider community transmission in areas that are difficult to access. Meanwhile, the World Health Organization has intensified monitoring and preparedness measures in neighboring countries to ensure traveler screening and strengthen diagnostic capabilities to prevent cross-border spread of the virus.
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