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WHO warns Ebola outbreak in DRC and Uganda is larger than official figures

The WHO warns that the Ebola outbreak in the DRC and Uganda is likely 2-4 times larger than the official count of 2,000 cases and 700 deaths. Funding for the response remains insufficient, with less than half of the required $115 million received.

World Health Organization (WHO)·July 2026

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Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo continues to expand

The Bundibugyo species of Ebola is spreading in the eastern DRC. As of July 4, 1,561 confirmed cases and 506 deaths have been recorded. Treatment centers are at saturation point and medical resources are insufficient.

World Health Organization (WHO)·July 4, 2026

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WHO Updates on Global Health Emergencies: Ebola, Hantavirus, and Earthquake Recovery

Hantavirus outbreak is officially over with 13 cases and 3 deaths. Ebola outbreak in DRC continues to expand with 1,406 cases and 438 deaths. Recent double earthquakes have resulted in over 2,300 deaths and 5,000 injuries. WHO highlights the impact of air pollution and digital environments on health.

World Health Organization (WHO)·July 2, 2026

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Ebola Outbreak in DRC: WHO Reports 900 Suspected Cases and 220 Deaths

WHO reports over 900 suspected cases and 220 suspected deaths of the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola in the DRC. Humanitarians emphasize that building community trust is critical to stopping the spread of the disease. Misinformation and distrust have led to attacks on treatment centers and hindered response efforts.

World Health Organization (WHO)·June 15, 2026

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WHO reports progress in containing Ebola outbreak in eastern DRC

WHO reports 550 confirmed cases and 101 deaths in DRC as of June 8. Increased testing and contact tracing are helping contain the virus. Uganda has reported 19 confirmed cases and two deaths, with no evidence of community transmission.

World Health Organization (WHO)·6/9/2026

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WHO reports attacks on healthcare in Lebanon

WHO verified nearly 190 attacks on healthcare in Lebanon over three months, killing 128 workers. Jabal Amel Hospital in Tyre was recently struck, causing significant damage. Healthcare access in southern Lebanon is critically constrained.

World Health Organization (WHO)·6/2/2026

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WHO updates Ebola outbreak figures in DR Congo

WHO reduced suspected Ebola cases in DR Congo to 116 from 906. Confirmed cases rose to 321 with 48 deaths in DR Congo. Nine confirmed cases and one death reported in Uganda. Many suspected cases were reclassified after testing negative for Ebola.

World Health Organization (WHO)·6/2/2026

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Ebola Outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo

An Ebola outbreak in the DRC has resulted in over 1,000 suspected cases and hundreds of deaths. The outbreak involves the rare Bundibugyo form of the virus, for which no approved vaccine exists. Conflict in the region is severely impeding containment efforts.

World Health Organization (WHO)·5/26/2026

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Ebola outbreak in DRC and Uganda: WHO response and status

WHO is responding to a Bundibugyo strain Ebola outbreak in eastern DRC and Uganda. Nearly 600 suspected cases and 139 suspected deaths reported. No licensed vaccine or specific treatment exists for this strain. WHO emergency committee does not classify this as a pandemic emergency at this stage.

World Health Organization (WHO)·5/21/2026

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New Ebola outbreak in DRC declared an international emergency

WHO declared the Ebola outbreak in eastern DRC an international emergency. As of May 16, 8 confirmed cases, 246 suspected cases, and 80 suspected deaths recorded. Concerns raised over potential spread to Goma, Kinshasa, and Uganda.

World Health Organization (WHO)·5/18/2026

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