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Health authorities in the Democratic Republic of Congo
Bunia, Democratic Republic of Congo
June 2026
Verified: June 17, 2026
"Ebola outbreak in DRC causes pregnant women to avoid hospitals due to fear of infection and screening procedures. Prenatal consultations at Bénédicte Clinic in Bunia have dropped from 60 to 10 per month. Health authorities report 782 confirmed cases and 181 deaths one month into the outbreak. Experts warn of increased maternal and neonatal mortality due to lack of care."
Author: Laurie Garrett
Laurie Garrett provides a comprehensive analysis of how infectious disease outbreaks interact with social structures, healthcare systems, and human behavior, offering deep insight into why communities fear medical intervention during crises.
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