Ebola outbreak is DRC's deadliest ever
A fast-spreading Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo is now the country's deadliest ever after killing more than 2,300 people in three months.
A deadly Ebola outbreak, deemed the deadliest in the Democratic Republic of Congo's history, has claimed over 2,300 lives within three months, according to government data released on Monday. The United Nations asserts this is the fastest growing Ebola outbreak on record, with victims succumbing every 30 minutes. No specific vaccine or treatment exists for the Bundibugyo strain responsible for the current surge, which spreads through contact with bodily fluids and causes hemorrhagic fever.
The outbreak, declared on May 15, marks the DRC's 17th Ebola epidemic and is believed to have been spreading for weeks prior to declaration. The conflict-ridden northeastern Ituri province, where most cases have been recorded, borders five other provinces. Despite efforts, the response has been criticized for being slow and disorganized.
Local healthcare workers have gone on strike, demanding payment for bonuses. International organizations urge the DRC to provide proper protection for healthcare workers battling the outbreak.
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