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Africa CDC urges US to lift Ebola travel restrictions on Uganda

Africa CDC urges US to lift Ebola travel restrictions on Uganda

Jean Kaseya argues that Uganda no longer warrants travel measures as the country observes a 42-day countdown toward being declared Ebola-free.

Health ·21 Jul 2026, 14:35 ·Lina Park 3 min read
Africa CDC, WHO chiefs to visit DRC's Ebola epicenter to accelerate response

Africa CDC, WHO chiefs to visit DRC's Ebola epicenter to accelerate response

The heads of Africa CDC and the WHO are conducting a joint mission to the Democratic Republic of the Congo to coordinate efforts against a spreading Ebola outbreak.

Health ·12 Jul 2026, 08:34 ·Lina Park 3 min read
Ebola outbreak in DR Congo is fastest growing ever with 600 deaths

Ebola outbreak in DR Congo is fastest growing ever with 600 deaths

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has been classified as the fastest-growing instance of the virus ever recorded. Officials report the virus is outpacing containment efforts as cases reach 1,759.

Health ·9 Jul 2026, 21:32 ·Lina Park 3 min read
DR Congo reports 1,502 confirmed Ebola cases amid outbreak expansion

DR Congo reports 1,502 confirmed Ebola cases amid outbreak expansion

Confirmed Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of the Congo have reached 1,502, creating a public health crisis across the nation's eastern provinces. Medical authorities face significant containment hurdles as the virus spreads through areas affected by conflict.

Health ·4 Jul 2026, 09:32 ·Lina Park 3 min read
WHO adds first diagnostic test for Bundibugyo virus to emergency list

WHO adds first diagnostic test for Bundibugyo virus to emergency list

The World Health Organization has granted Emergency Use Listing to the first molecular diagnostic test for the Bundibugyo virus. This tool aims to assist health authorities in rapidly confirming infections during the ongoing outbreak.

Health ·3 Jul 2026, 14:34 ·Lina Park 3 min read