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19 June
Concerns grow over the uncontrolled spread of Ebola as the death toll exceeds 200.
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The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has resulted in over 200 deaths, with the latest reports indicating a toll of 202 fatalities among 875 confirmed cases since the mid-May resurgence. The situation has prompted authorities to declare a state of emergency in the northeastern region of the country, where the outbreak is concentrated, near the borders with Uganda and South Sudan.
The absence of an effective vaccine, coupled with ongoing armed conflicts in the region, has severely hindered efforts to trace and contain the virus. The mortality rate from this outbreak has been reported at approximately 23%. This resurgence has raised significant concerns about potential uncontrolled spread, as local populations grapple with distrust and fears of the disease. The Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) has been monitoring the situation closely and providing updates related to the crisis.
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