The Red Cross warns the Ebola epidemic in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) may last another year. Operations manager Bruno Michon stated the peak is likely ahead, citing difficulties in tracking the spread of the Bundibugyo strain, which has killed 192 people. Medical teams face mistrust and attacks, hindering efforts to build trust and conduct testing.
L'OMS alerte sur la propagation de l'épidémie d'Ebola dans l'est de la RDC, aggravée par la désinformation. Des vidéos virales et des croyances locales freinent la prise en charge des malades, certains niant l'existence du virus.
The DRC faces its 17th Ebola epidemic with 397 confirmed cases and 63 deaths. Despite efforts, disinformation and rumors hinder response, including beliefs that coffins and aid workers spread the disease.
The Ebola epidemic is spreading rapidly in Africa, with the DRC as the epicenter (867 cases, 204 deaths). Uganda has reported 5 cases and 1 death. The Africa CDC warns of risk in 10 countries. WHO expresses concern over rapid spread, urban cases, and lack of vaccine for the Bundibugyo variant.
The Ebola epidemic in the Democratic Republic of Congo has surpassed 200 deaths among 867 suspected cases. MSF is working with health authorities and WHO on emergency response, prioritizing patient care and contact tracing while ensuring access to essential services for other diseases.
The WHO has raised the public health risk of the Ebola epidemic in the DRC to 'very high' due to 82 confirmed cases and 177 suspected deaths. Violence and insecurity are hindering response efforts, while Uganda remains stable with two cases.
L'OMS confirme que l'épidémie d'Ebola dans l'est de la RDC se propage depuis des mois. La situation est hors de contrôle en Ituri, avec un bilan officiel de 139 morts et près de 600 cas suspects, mais la réalité serait bien pire. Un risque élevé de propagation en Afrique centrale est signalé.
The WHO has declared the Ebola epidemic in eastern DRC a high risk for Central Africa but low globally. The emergency committee confirmed it does not meet pandemic criteria, despite 139 deaths and nearly 600 probable cases.
