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Ebola outbreak in Democratic Republic of the Congo now deadliest in country’s history

Ebola outbreak in Democratic Republic of the Congo now deadliest in country’s history

Surpassing the 2018-2020 epidemic, the current Ebola crisis in the DRC has recorded 4,945 cases and 2,325 deaths amid a lack of approved vaccines for the circulating strain.

Health ·17 Aug 2026, 16:21 ·Lina Park 4 min read
DRC Ebola outbreak largest on record, warns WHO

DRC Ebola outbreak largest on record, warns WHO

A lack of vaccines for the Bundibugyo strain and widespread fear of isolation have caused prenatal clinic visits to plummet as maternal deaths nearly double in Ituri province.

Health ·3 Aug 2026, 09:25 ·Lina Park 5 min read
Ben Affleck and Jamie Ding win $1 million for Eastern Congo Initiative

Ben Affleck and Jamie Ding win $1 million for Eastern Congo Initiative

The duo overcame a high-stakes gamble on a White House turkey pardon question to secure the jackpot. The funds will support community-based organizations in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Entertainment ·1 Aug 2026, 00:06 ·Iris Kane 4 min read
UNICEF scales up emergency response as Ebola spreads in DR Congo camps

UNICEF scales up emergency response as Ebola spreads in DR Congo camps

Overcrowding in displacement camps in Ituri has increased Ebola transmission risks, while maternal mortality rates have doubled amid a collapse in healthcare.

Health ·21 Jul 2026, 09:05 ·Lina Park 4 min read
At least 930 people have died in Congo’s Ebola outbreak

At least 930 people have died in Congo’s Ebola outbreak

The Ebola epidemic in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has reached 930 fatalities, marking the fastest-growing outbreak of the Bundibugyo strain on record. Conflict and security concerns continue to hinder containment efforts across five provinces.

News ·20 Jul 2026, 12:08 ·Mara Ionescu 3 min read
Congo Ebola response hindered by violent attacks on medical facilities

Congo Ebola response hindered by violent attacks on medical facilities

Escalating violence against health workers and medical facilities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is threatening efforts to contain an Ebola outbreak. The response is further strained by community mistrust, staff strikes, and regional instability.

Health ·19 Jul 2026, 04:35 ·Lina Park 3 min read
Ebola patients flee DR Congo hospitals following violent attacks

Ebola patients flee DR Congo hospitals following violent attacks

Violent disruptions at medical centers in northeastern DR Congo have forced patients to flee, hampering containment efforts for the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola.

Health ·16 Jul 2026, 16:02 ·Lina Park 3 min read
Congo Ebola outbreak tops 2,000 cases as health workers strike

Congo Ebola outbreak tops 2,000 cases as health workers strike

Frontline health workers in Ituri province have launched strikes over unpaid wages as the Ebola death toll rises and transmission chains remain unidentified.

Health ·15 Jul 2026, 12:32 ·Lina Park 3 min read
WHO launches clinical trial of antiviral to prevent Bundibugyo Ebola strain

WHO launches clinical trial of antiviral to prevent Bundibugyo Ebola strain

Health officials have launched clinical trials to evaluate treatments and preventive drugs for the Bundibugyo strain of the Ebola virus. The studies target both active infections and post-exposure prophylaxis to combat the ongoing outbreak.

Health ·15 Jul 2026, 01:04 ·Lina Park 3 min read
Congo Ebola outbreak likely four times larger than official data suggests

Congo Ebola outbreak likely four times larger than official data suggests

Experts warn that the true scale of the DRC's Ebola crisis is likely hidden, as most new cases in Bunia appear outside of established contact lists.

Health ·14 Jul 2026, 16:03 ·Lina Park 3 min read
US bans citizens in Congo from flights home over Ebola outbreak concerns

US bans citizens in Congo from flights home over Ebola outbreak concerns

The US administration has enacted a temporary ban on direct commercial flights from the DRC and mandated centralized health screening for travelers.

Health ·14 Jul 2026, 04:32 ·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
Congo Ebola outbreak likely much larger due to undetected transmission

Congo Ebola outbreak likely much larger due to undetected transmission

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is expanding rapidly, with health experts reporting significant undetected community transmission.

Health ·10 Jul 2026, 15:01 ·Lina Park 3 min read
DRC Ebola response hit by arson attacks

DRC Ebola response hit by arson attacks

Arson attacks and mistrust of health protocols are hindering Ebola containment in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The WHO has raised the risk level to very high.

Health ·9 Jul 2026, 08:05 ·Lina Park 3 min read
DR Congo: Ebola continues to spread, death toll passes 500

DR Congo: Ebola continues to spread, death toll passes 500

As the Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak spreads in the DRC, health authorities and humanitarian agencies are working to provide care amid regional conflict.

Health ·8 Jul 2026, 09:01 ·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
Ebola outbreak in DR Congo surpasses 1,000 confirmed cases

Ebola outbreak in DR Congo surpasses 1,000 confirmed cases

The Ebola epidemic in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has surpassed 1,000 confirmed cases, complicating medical response as health officials struggle with a lack of specific vaccines for the rare Bundibugyo strain.

Health ·29 Jun 2026, 10:01 ·Lina Park 3 min read
Ebola outbreak cases rise to 534 in DR Congo and Uganda

Ebola outbreak cases rise to 534 in DR Congo and Uganda

Public health authorities report that the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has not yet reached its peak as cases continue to rise. The response faces significant obstacles, including funding shortages, security concerns, and documented cases in Uganda.

Health ·27 Jun 2026, 16:02 ·Lina Park 3 min read
CDC elevates Ebola outbreak response to highest level

CDC elevates Ebola outbreak response to highest level

The CDC is mobilizing resources to contain the Bundibugyo Ebola virus following an increase in confirmed cases and deaths in the region. The agency is deploying additional staff and testing supplies to support local health efforts and address challenges in contact tracing.

Health ·27 Jun 2026, 02:30 ·Lina Park 2 min read