Ebola spreading more quickly in DRC, while Uganda is close to being virus-free
The World Health Organization (WHO) has warned that the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is spreading faster than any previous outbreak, reaching over 2,000 confirmed cases and 796 deaths in just two months.
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- Jul 16
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Health Minister Dr Chris Baryomunsi described the discharge as 'a moment of joy'.
Ebola is spreading in the Democratic Republic of Congo more quickly than in any previous outbreak.
The 2018-2020 Ebola outbreak in DRC took over 10 months to reach 2,000 cases, while the current outbreak reached this number in two months.
The current Ebola outbreak in DRC is the third-largest on record and has expanded faster than any previous outbreak in the past month.
The case fatality rate of less than 10% in Uganda is among the lowest recorded for Ebola outbreaks.
DR Congo has experienced over 2,000 confirmed Ebola infections and 796 deaths.
Uganda's health minister stated that travel restrictions have crippled tourism, trade, and business.
Uganda recorded 20 confirmed Ebola cases and two deaths in this outbreak.
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