#Ebola
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HealthEbola Spreads to New DRC Health Zone as Kenya Confirms First Imported Case
The Ebola outbreak in the DRC has expanded to a new health zone in North Kivu, while Kenya has confirmed its first fatal imported case of the virus.
HealthKenya Averts Second Ebola Scare as Suspected Patient Tests Negative
Fears of a second Ebola case in Kenya have eased after preliminary tests for a suspected patient came back negative. The development follows the country's first-ever recorded case linked to the ongoing outbreak originating in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
HealthFears Grow Across Africa After Kenya Records First Fatal Case of Ebola
Kenya has reported its first death from the Bundibugyo strain of the Ebola virus, sparking regional concerns about cross-border transmission and the effectiveness of airport screening protocols.
HealthKenya Heightens Alert and Enhances Screening Protocols Following First Confirmed Ebola Fatality
Kenya has placed itself on high alert and increased screening measures following its first recorded Ebola death.
Breaking NewsKenya Heightens Alert Following Screening Concerns After First Recorded Ebola Fatality
Kenya has raised its alert level amid concerns regarding health screening following the country's first Ebola death, while a massive Russian attack on Ukraine leaves at least 24 dead.
HealthKenya Confirms First Ebola Case as Man Dies in Nairobi Following Travel from DRC
Kenya has confirmed its first Ebola case after a man died in Nairobi following travel from the Democratic Republic of Congo through Uganda. Health officials have isolated close contacts and are tracing fellow passengers as the broader regional epidemic continues to grow.
HealthDR Congo Mourns Local Official Beaten to Death Over Ebola Stance
Mourners in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo have buried Marie-Celestin Karondwa, a local official who was beaten to death after publicly defending the government's Ebola response.
HealthDRC Ebola Outbreak Surpasses 8,000 Cases Amid Deepening Public Mistrust and Violence
The Democratic Republic of the Congo has recorded over 8,000 Ebola cases and nearly 4,000 deaths as deep-seated public mistrust and violence hinder containment efforts.
HealthUAE Pledges $10 Million to Fight Ebola and Lifts Travel Restrictions on Uganda
The UAE has committed $10 million to support Ebola relief efforts in Africa and lifted entry restrictions for Ugandan citizens after their outbreak was declared over.
Breaking NewsDefense Alliance Chiefs Gather in Mecca Following Recent Houthi Attacks and Regional Health Concerns
Defense alliance chiefs convene in Mecca amid Houthi attacks, while a separate health crisis unfolds as Ebola spreads in DR Congo, posing risks to neighbouring nations.
HealthDR Congo Ebola Outbreak Reaches Two New Health Zones Amid Escalating Challenges, WHO Warns
The WHO reports that the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has spread to two new health zones, bringing the total to 63 affected zones amid ongoing conflict and containment challenges.
HealthDR Congo Begins Critical Ebola Vaccine Rollout for Frontline Health Workers as Death Toll Mounts
Health workers in the Democratic Republic of the Congo have begun receiving the Ervebo vaccine in Bunia to combat a severe Ebola outbreak driven by the Bundibugyo virus.
PoliticsDemocratic Republic of Congo Faces New Turmoil Amid Fears Over Third-Term Bid by President Felix Tshisekedi
Protests and political tension have erupted in the Democratic Republic of Congo following parliamentary steps toward a potential third-term referendum for President Felix Tshisekedi.
PoliticsPolice Fire Tear Gas in DR Congo as Protests Erupt Over Proposed Constitutional Changes
Police in the Democratic Republic of the Congo used tear gas against protesters opposing constitutional changes that could grant President Felix Tshisekedi a third term. The unrest coincides with ongoing regional conflicts and a severe Ebola outbreak.
HealthEbola Reaches Seventh DRC Province Despite Government Claims of Declining Cases
The Ebola virus has now reached a seventh province in the DRC, contradicting government assertions that the number of cases is currently declining.
Breaking NewsEbola Reaches Seventh DRC Province Amid Government Claims of Declining Cases as Israel Strikes Southern Lebanon
Ebola has spread to a seventh DRC province despite government claims of a decline in cases, while Israel bombs southern Lebanon amid postponed talks.
HealthDemocratic Republic of the Congo Faces Devastating Milestone as Ebola Outbreak Surpasses 7,000 Cases
The Democratic Republic of the Congo has recorded over 7,000 cases in its worst-ever Ebola epidemic, with the rare Bundibugyo virus spreading to schools and multiple provinces.
HealthEbola Outbreak Spreads to Seventh Province in DR Congo Amid Rising Concerns
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has reached a seventh province, raising fears as total cases and fatalities continue to climb.
HealthGlobal Vaccine Trials Prepare as DRC Faces Historic Ebola Outbreak and Mpox Spread
Global health authorities are preparing for vaccine trials as the Democratic Republic of the Congo faces its worst Ebola outbreak in history alongside an ongoing mpox spread.
HealthChildren Return to School in DR Congo Amid Growing Ebola Concerns
Children are returning to school in DR Congo while growing concerns persist regarding Ebola, as captured in a recent video report.
HealthWHO Chief Urges Urgent Action as DRC Ebola Death Toll Surpasses 3,000
The head of the WHO has warned that urgent action is needed to identify and break every transmission chain as the Ebola death toll in the DRC exceeds 3,000.
HealthAnxiety Mounts Among Parents and Teachers as DR Congo Starts School Year Amid Record Ebola Outbreak
Parents and teachers in the Democratic Republic of the Congo have raised safety concerns as a new school year begins amid the country's largest-ever Ebola outbreak, driven by the Bundibugyo virus.
HealthDRC Ebola Crisis Deepens as Confirmed Cases Exceed 6,000 and Deaths Near 3,000
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has become the worst in the nation's history, surpassing 6,000 confirmed cases and nearly 3,000 deaths amid severe containment challenges.
HealthDR Congo Launches Vaccination Campaign Against Its Largest and Deadliest Ebola Outbreak
DR Congo has officially started a vaccination campaign to combat its largest and deadliest Ebola outbreak.