Ebola creates new hot spots in Congo as responders describe 'chaotic' response
The Ebola outbreak in Congo is creating new hot spots where there's little to no support for patients, responders and officials say, as health workers admit there could still be a long way to go in fighting the disease that has killed over 4,000 people.
The Ebola outbreak in Congo is creating new hot spots where support for patients is lacking, according to health officials. Over 70% of new cases are emerging from outside known contacts, and at least 60% of deaths are occurring outside treatment centers, with Africa CDC Director-General Dr. Jean Kaseya noting the challenges. North Kivu province, a conflict-battered region, now accounts for around 40% of all newly confirmed cases, up from 24% at the end of August.
The response, however, is described as chaotic due to a lack of coordination and organization, with health workers facing numerous obstacles.
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