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Ebola Cases Rise To 550 In Congo As Outbreak Trend Remains Upward
Kinshasa, June 9 (IANS) The number of confirmed Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has risen to 550, including 101 deaths, with health authorities warning that the outbreak continues to trend upward.
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DR Congo's Ebola Cases Hit 363, As Uganda Reports 4 Recoveries
Kinshasa, June 4 (IANS) Confirmed Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) have risen to 363, including 62 deaths, according to figures released by the DRC government, while Uganda on Thursday reported four recoveries.
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1 Of 2 Patients With Ebola-Like Symptoms Tests Negative In Brazil
Two patients who recently arrived in Brazil from African countries have been put in isolation after showing symptoms linked to Ebola, officials said, though one...
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As Ebola Scourges Congo, Experts Warn Of Link To Eating Wild Animals
The Congo Basin is rich in all kinds of wildlife, from great apes to serpents — both of which are hunted for their meat. One consequence for locals is exposure to zoonotic diseases such as Ebola.
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WHO Chief Lands In Congo, Saying Ebola Outbreak 'Can Be Stopped'
Containment has been particularly difficult because the disease likely spread for weeks before it was first identified in mid-May. The outbreak continues to spread faster than the response, despite health facilities becoming more organized and more equipment arriving.
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28-Year-Old Woman, Back From Uganda, Isolated In Bengaluru Amid Ebola Concerns
The outbreak involves the Bundibugyo strain of the virus. Ebola is a severe and often fatal disease transmitted through direct contact with infected bodily fluids.
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18 Suspected Ebola Patients Missing After Treatment Tent Set On Fire In Congo
Another treatment center was burned down after family members were banned from retrieving the body of a local man suspected to have died of Ebola.
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WHO Declares Ebola Outbreak 'Public Health Emergency' Of International Concern
The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) has officially declared the ongoing outbreak of Ebola virus disease affecting the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda as a Public Health Emergency of Continental Security (PHE
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WHO Declares Ebola Outbreak 'Public Health Emergency' Of International Concern
The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) has officially declared the ongoing outbreak of Ebola virus disease affecting the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda as a Public Health Emergency of Continental Security (PHE
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India Strengthens Ebola Screening, Centre Holds High-Level Review Meet After WHO Alert
India has intensified Ebola surveillance and preparedness measures after fresh concerns over Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) in Africa. The Health Ministry says no Ebola case has been detected in India, while states and UTs have been asked to strengthen sc
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India Strengthens Ebola Screening, Centre Holds High-Level Review Meet After WHO Alert
India has intensified Ebola surveillance and preparedness measures after fresh concerns over Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) in Africa. The Health Ministry says no Ebola case has been detected in India, while states and UTs have been asked to strengthen sc
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US Pledges Major Ebola Aid Surge, Slams WHO Over Delayed Alert In Africa Outbreak
Washington, May 20 (IANS) Pledging a major surge in assistance to contain a fast-moving Ebola outbreak in Central Africa, the Trump Administration sharply criticised the World Health Organization (WHO) for what American officials described as a delay
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US Pledges Major Ebola Aid Surge, Slams WHO Over Delayed Alert In Africa Outbreak
Washington, May 20 (IANS) Pledging a major surge in assistance to contain a fast-moving Ebola outbreak in Central Africa, the Trump Administration sharply criticised the World Health Organization (WHO) for what American officials described as a delay
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Ebola Outbreak In South Africa Kills 65: How Does The Disease Spread?
According to the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC), around 246 suspected cases of Ebola have been reported in Ituri province. Most infections have been detected in the Mongwalu and Rwampara health zones.
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Ebola Outbreak In South Africa Kills 65: How Does The Disease Spread?
According to the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC), around 246 suspected cases of Ebola have been reported in Ituri province. Most infections have been detected in the Mongwalu and Rwampara health zones.
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Ebola Cases Rise To 550 In Congo As Outbreak Trend Remains Upward
Kinshasa, June 9 (IANS) The number of confirmed Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has risen to 550, including 101 deaths, with health authorities warning that the outbreak continues to trend upward.
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DR Congo's Ebola Cases Hit 363, As Uganda Reports 4 Recoveries
Kinshasa, June 4 (IANS) Confirmed Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) have risen to 363, including 62 deaths, according to figures released by the DRC government, while Uganda on Thursday reported four recoveries.
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1 Of 2 Patients With Ebola-Like Symptoms Tests Negative In Brazil
Two patients who recently arrived in Brazil from African countries have been put in isolation after showing symptoms linked to Ebola, officials said, though one...
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As Ebola Scourges Congo, Experts Warn Of Link To Eating Wild Animals
The Congo Basin is rich in all kinds of wildlife, from great apes to serpents — both of which are hunted for their meat. One consequence for locals is exposure to zoonotic diseases such as Ebola.
-
WHO Chief Lands In Congo, Saying Ebola Outbreak 'Can Be Stopped'
Containment has been particularly difficult because the disease likely spread for weeks before it was first identified in mid-May. The outbreak continues to spread faster than the response, despite health facilities becoming more organized and more equipment arriving.
-
28-Year-Old Woman, Back From Uganda, Isolated In Bengaluru Amid Ebola Concerns
The outbreak involves the Bundibugyo strain of the virus. Ebola is a severe and often fatal disease transmitted through direct contact with infected bodily fluids.
-
18 Suspected Ebola Patients Missing After Treatment Tent Set On Fire In Congo
Another treatment center was burned down after family members were banned from retrieving the body of a local man suspected to have died of Ebola.
-
WHO Declares Ebola Outbreak 'Public Health Emergency' Of International Concern
The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) has officially declared the ongoing outbreak of Ebola virus disease affecting the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda as a Public Health Emergency of Continental Security (PHE
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WHO Declares Ebola Outbreak 'Public Health Emergency' Of International Concern
The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) has officially declared the ongoing outbreak of Ebola virus disease affecting the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda as a Public Health Emergency of Continental Security (PHE
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India Strengthens Ebola Screening, Centre Holds High-Level Review Meet After WHO Alert
India has intensified Ebola surveillance and preparedness measures after fresh concerns over Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) in Africa. The Health Ministry says no Ebola case has been detected in India, while states and UTs have been asked to strengthen sc
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India Strengthens Ebola Screening, Centre Holds High-Level Review Meet After WHO Alert
India has intensified Ebola surveillance and preparedness measures after fresh concerns over Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) in Africa. The Health Ministry says no Ebola case has been detected in India, while states and UTs have been asked to strengthen sc
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US Pledges Major Ebola Aid Surge, Slams WHO Over Delayed Alert In Africa Outbreak
Washington, May 20 (IANS) Pledging a major surge in assistance to contain a fast-moving Ebola outbreak in Central Africa, the Trump Administration sharply criticised the World Health Organization (WHO) for what American officials described as a delay
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US Pledges Major Ebola Aid Surge, Slams WHO Over Delayed Alert In Africa Outbreak
Washington, May 20 (IANS) Pledging a major surge in assistance to contain a fast-moving Ebola outbreak in Central Africa, the Trump Administration sharply criticised the World Health Organization (WHO) for what American officials described as a delay
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Ebola Outbreak In South Africa Kills 65: How Does The Disease Spread?
According to the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC), around 246 suspected cases of Ebola have been reported in Ituri province. Most infections have been detected in the Mongwalu and Rwampara health zones.
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Ebola Outbreak In South Africa Kills 65: How Does The Disease Spread?
According to the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC), around 246 suspected cases of Ebola have been reported in Ituri province. Most infections have been detected in the Mongwalu and Rwampara health zones.
