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DR Congo Ebola outbreak becomes largest in country's history

DR Congo Ebola outbreak becomes largest in country's history

An Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has become the largest in the country's history, exacerbated by a lack of approved vaccines and regional insecurity.

Health ·1 Aug 2026, 20:02 ·Sara Lindqvist 2 min read
DR Congo battles rare Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak amid conflict

DR Congo battles rare Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak amid conflict

A rare species of the Ebola virus is spreading through the Democratic Republic of Congo, compounded by violent conflict and deep community distrust.

Health ·18 Jul 2026, 04:01 ·Sara Lindqvist 3 min read
DRC Ebola outbreak continues to spread undetected as cases surge

DRC Ebola outbreak continues to spread undetected as cases surge

With 1,792 confirmed cases and silent transmission in Ituri province, the DRC outbreak is outpacing containment efforts. Clinical trials for two antivirals have begun.

Health ·12 Jul 2026, 21:06 ·Sara Lindqvist 2 min read
DR Congo Ebola death toll reaches 600 as healthcare workers strike

DR Congo Ebola death toll reaches 600 as healthcare workers strike

The DR Congo's 17th Ebola outbreak has caused 600 deaths and 1,759 confirmed cases, while healthcare workers in Ituri province face payment delays.

Health ·9 Jul 2026, 06:01 ·Sara Lindqvist 3 min read
Confirmed Ebola deaths in DR Congo hit 600

Confirmed Ebola deaths in DR Congo hit 600

The Democratic Republic of the Congo faces a critical Ebola outbreak with 600 confirmed deaths and infections spreading across four provinces.

Health ·9 Jul 2026, 05:01 ·Sara Lindqvist 4 min read
DR Congo battles out-of-control Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak

DR Congo battles out-of-control Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak

Public health officials in the Democratic Republic of the Congo are battling an exponential surge of the Bundibugyo Ebola strain amid resource shortages and violence.

Health ·2 Jul 2026, 10:06 ·Sara Lindqvist 3 min read