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UN Women, Dr. Furaha Elisabeth, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus
Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda
June 1, 2026
Verified: June 1, 2026
"Women account for two-thirds of reported Ebola cases in the current DRC outbreak. Traditional caregiving roles and lack of PPE in hospitals increase infection risks for women. Confirmed cases in DRC have risen to 282, with 9 cases reported in Uganda."
"Women account for two-thirds of reported Ebola cases in the current DRC outbreak. Traditional caregiving roles and lack of PPE in hospitals increase infection risks for women. Confirmed cases in DRC have risen to 282, with 9 cases reported in Uganda."
"Previous reports indicated 282 confirmed cases, whereas current reports mention over 900 suspected cases, indicating a significant difference in the scope of the outbreak data."
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Author: Laurie Garrett
This classic work provides a comprehensive look at how emerging infectious diseases like Ebola interact with social, economic, and gender dynamics in developing nations, offering deep context on why certain populations remain disproportionately vulnerable.
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