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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
DR Congo Ebola cases climb to 1,274 as death toll reaches 360

DR Congo Ebola cases climb to 1,274 as death toll reaches 360

The Bundibugyo ebolavirus outbreak in the DR Congo is intensifying as health officials face regional conflict, community mistrust, and low contact tracing.

Health ·29 Jun 2026, 11:01 ·Lina Park 3 min read