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NPR News29.05.2026SağlıkUnited States

Ebola Outbreak in DRC: Attacks on Treatment Centers Driven by Mistrust and Rumors

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Community attacks on Ebola treatment centers in the Democratic Republic of Congo are fueled by mistrust, rumors, and cultural practices, highlighting the need for trust-building and adapted burial protocols.

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