Congo says 2,000 people have died in its Ebola outbreak, the fastest growing on record
Summary
Congo is facing its fastest growing Ebola outbreak, with over 4,300 confirmed cases and more than 2,000 deaths reported. The outbreak, caused by a rare type of the Ebola virus, began in February and has no approved vaccine or treatment.Key Facts
- The Ebola outbreak in Congo started in February but was officially declared on May 15.
- There are 4,381 confirmed Ebola cases in Congo so far.
- At least 2,011 people have died from the outbreak.
- Currently, 704 patients are being treated and isolated.
- This outbreak is the fastest growing Ebola outbreak on record.
- The virus involved is the Bundibugyo strain, which is rare.
- There are no approved vaccines or treatments for this type of Ebola virus.
- The outbreak began in a remote and vulnerable area of Congo.
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