Nearly 1,000 people have died from Ebola in DR Congo
Summary
Nearly 1,000 people have died from the Ebola virus in the Democratic Republic of the Congo since May, with over 2,400 cases recorded. The outbreak is spreading quickly, affecting neighboring Uganda, and currently there are no approved vaccines or treatments for this strain.Key Facts
- The Ebola outbreak in DR Congo began in May and has caused 999 confirmed deaths.
- There are currently 2,473 recorded Ebola cases in DR Congo.
- At least 737 patients are being isolated in hospitals to prevent further spread.
- Two deaths from Ebola have been confirmed in neighboring Uganda.
- This is the fastest-spreading Ebola outbreak on record, surpassing the 2013-2016 outbreak in speed of deaths.
- The strain involved is called Bundibugyo, for which there are no approved vaccines or treatments yet.
- Health officials warn that the outbreak is growing quickly and urge immediate action to control it.
- The US has travel restrictions related to Ebola for travelers from DR Congo and some neighboring countries, though Uganda may soon be cleared from restrictions.
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