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Last update: 10 hours agoEbola Emergency Escalates in Congo: Congo has announced three new Ebola treatment centers in Ituri as the WHO labels the outbreak a public health emergency of international concern, with cases now reported beyond the epicenter into major cities like Kinshasa and across the border in Uganda. Why This Outbreak Hits Harder: The culprit is the rare Bundibugyo strain, and there are no approved vaccines or targeted treatments—so health systems are racing to treat and isolate while uncertainty remains about the true scale. Containment Under Strain: Reuters reports early detection was delayed by miscalibrated tests, mishandled samples, and funeral practices that helped spread the virus, complicating efforts in conflict-affected, rebel-held areas. Global Ripple Effects: The WHO warning is already triggering evacuations and heightened screening plans, while experts say the world’s preparedness is being outpaced by more frequent, more damaging outbreaks.
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