Ebola Outbreak Declared in Eastern DR Congo Since May 15
More than 900 suspected cases and 220 suspected deaths have been recorded since the outbreak began. Health workers at Rwampara hospital are treating patients with limited supplies.
France 24Health workers at Rwampara hospital in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo are treating patients during a recent Ebola outbreak. The town is one of the centers of the flare-up. Since the current outbreak was declared on May 15, more than 220 suspected deaths and 900 suspected cases have been identified, according to official figures.
The World Health Organization has declared the situation an international emergency. A young woman arrived at the hospital on the back of a motorcycle. Staff described the facility as overwhelmed. The town lies in a violence-hit region of the country.
The disease is highly contagious.
Health workers continue to receive patients despite limited resources. No additional details on supplies or staffing levels were provided in the report.
Key Facts
Story Timeline
3 events- May 15
Current Ebola outbreak declared in eastern DR Congo.
1 sourceFrance 24 - Since May 15
More than 900 suspected cases and 220 suspected deaths recorded.
1 sourceFrance 24 - Recent days
Patients arriving at Rwampara hospital amid limited resources.
1 sourceFrance 24
Potential Impact
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Local hospitals may face continued strain on staff and supplies.
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WHO international emergency status may trigger additional resource requests.
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