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en.antaranews.comU.S. Considers Managing Some Ebola Cases Outside Its Borders
Reports indicate the United States is evaluating plans to handle certain Ebola exposure cases abroad, including a possible arrangement with Kenya. The reports have prompted legal objections, diplomatic review, and online discussion in Kenya.
deccanchronicle.comFunding pledges for central Africa Ebola response fall short of $500 million target
Pledges to address the Ebola outbreak in central Africa have not reached the $500 million figure announced by regional leaders. Health officials state that additional funds are required to contain the disease.
France 24Ebola 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.
thehindu.comCongo Requests Experimental Antibody Treatment for Multiple Ebola Strains
Congo is seeking access to an experimental antibody treatment that targets multiple Ebola strains. The request comes as confirmed infections and deaths continue to rise in the country’s conflict-hit eastern region.
nbcnews.comU.S. Sets Up Ebola Quarantine Facility in Kenya
The White House confirmed plans to open a health facility in Kenya for Americans exposed to or infected with Ebola. The site will offer state-of-the-art care for the full spectrum of the disease.
rte.ieWHO Calls for Ceasefire in Eastern DR Congo as Ebola Spreads
The head of the World Health Organization urged an immediate ceasefire in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo to allow Ebola containment efforts to catch up with a fast-moving outbreak. Uganda closed its border with the DRC in response to the health emergency.
medpagetoday.comU.S. to Send Ebola-Exposed Americans to Kenya for Treatment
The Trump administration will send Americans exposed to Ebola to Kenya. The policy reverses prior practice of returning exposed citizens to the United States or Europe.
jpost.comIRC Reports Ebola Cases in DRC and Uganda
The International Rescue Committee stated Tuesday that the current Ebola outbreak is spreading faster than containment efforts. The group cited over 900 suspected cases and 223 suspected deaths across the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda.
France 24Congo Burial Teams Enforce Ebola Safety Protocols
Specialized teams now handle all Ebola burials in the Democratic Republic of the Congo to prevent post-mortem transmission. Officials report that community mistrust and misinformation complicate acceptance of these procedures.
The GuardianWHO Says Ebola Outbreak in DRC Exceeds Response Capacity
The World Health Organization said the Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo is spreading faster than containment measures. At least 220 suspected deaths have been reported, and neighboring countries face elevated risk.
Al JazeeraRare Ebola Strain Spread Across Two Countries Before Detection
Health authorities tracked a rare Ebola strain that moved between two countries before cases were identified. The outbreak remained undetected for an extended period.
qz.comLiberia House Schedules Hearing on Health Security After Regional Ebola Cases
The Liberian House of Representatives has called senior health officials to appear on May 26 for a briefing on epidemic preparedness. The summons follows confirmed Ebola outbreaks in neighboring countries and comes despite official statements that no cases have been detected in L…
winnipegfreepress.comBirx Says CDC and FDA Can Respond to Ebola Despite Leadership Vacancies
Dr. Deborah Birx stated that the CDC and FDA retain sufficient staff to manage an Ebola response even without confirmed agency heads. She referenced her experience coordinating the 2014 international effort.
michaelwest.com.auEbola Outbreak Declared in DRC and Uganda, WHO Issues Global Alert
Health authorities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda have confirmed an Ebola outbreak caused by the Bundibugyo virus. The World Health Organization declared a public health emergency of international concern on 16 May 2026.
usatoday.comU.S. Adds Atlanta Airport to Ebola Screening Locations
The United States will begin enhanced health screening for travelers arriving from countries with Ebola outbreaks at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Officials said the measure expands existing entry procedures already in place at five other U.S. airports.
New ScientistmRNA Vaccine Tested in Rodents Protects Against Three Ebola Strains
A candidate mRNA vaccine protected mice against Zaire, Sudan, and Bundibugyo viruses. The study was conducted by researchers at the Wuhan Institute of Virology and published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.
France 24Uganda Confirms Three New Ebola Cases, Total Reaches Five
Ugandan health authorities confirmed three additional Ebola cases on Saturday, bringing the national total to five. The cases are linked to an ongoing outbreak in neighboring Democratic Republic of Congo.
thehindu.comCongo Health Officials Criticize U.S. Ebola Travel Restrictions
Congo health officials have objected to a U.S. travel ban linked to an Ebola outbreak. Kinshasa residents continue daily activities in markets, bars, and transit despite international concern.
business-standard.comRed Cross Reports Three Volunteers Died of Ebola in Congo
The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies said three volunteers from the DR Congo Red Cross died after contracting Ebola in March. The World Health Organization has declared the outbreak an international public health emergency.
manilatimes.netOxford University Develops Ebola Vaccine for Bundibugyo Strain
Oxford scientists are preparing a vaccine against the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola for human trials within weeks. The World Health Organization declared an outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda last Sunday after 88 deaths among 300 suspected cases.
foxnews.comCDC Expands Ebola Entry Screening to Atlanta Airport
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention began enhanced public health screening for travelers arriving from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, South Sudan, and Uganda at Washington-Dulles International Airport on May 20, 2026. Screening operations expanded to Hartsfield-…
Japan TimesEbola Outbreak in Congo Kills 177 as U.S. Patient Receives Experimental Treatment
The Bundibugyo strain of Ebola has infected nearly 750 people in the Democratic Republic of Congo and killed 177. A U.S. missionary doctor is being treated in Germany with symptom-reducing drugs and other therapies.
news-medical.netU.S. Requires All Passengers from Ebola-Affected Countries to Arrive at Washington-Dulles Airport
The Department of Homeland Security will direct all U.S. passengers returning from Ebola-affected countries to land exclusively at Washington-Dulles International Airport in Virginia. The policy takes effect following the May 22 announcement.
thehindu.comU.S. Health Authorities Publish Rule Barring Lawful Permanent Residents From Reentry After Travel to Ebola Areas
The rule, published Friday, applies to lawful permanent residents who have recently traveled to Ebola-affected areas. It bars their reentry into the United States.
Nbc NewsEbola Outbreak in Congo Reaches 750 Cases and 177 Deaths
The Democratic Republic of the Congo is responding to its 17th Ebola outbreak, now confirmed as the Bundibugyo strain. Health workers face challenges including limited diagnostic tools, lack of a vaccine, and conflict-related access issues.
rediff.comUN Women Official Says Women Face Higher Ebola Infection Risk
A UN Women official stated that women have historically accounted for a larger share of Ebola cases and deaths than men. The difference stems from caregiving roles rather than biological factors. The comments came during the World Health Assembly in Geneva.
Washington ExaminerCDC implements new Ebola screening measures in Congo
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention introduced new measures Monday to limit the spread of Ebola from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Officials diverted one flight after a passenger from the region boarded in error.
New ScientistmRNA Vaccine Shows Protection Against Three Ebola Strains in Mice
Researchers developed an mRNA vaccine that protected mice against Zaire, Sudan, and Bundibugyo viruses. The study was published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.
jpost.comFormer CDC epidemiologist says Ebola outbreak will worsen before improving
A former CDC epidemiologist stated that the current Ebola outbreak will get worse before it gets better. The comment addresses the trajectory of the disease spread and public health response.
Le MondeEbola Outbreak in Eastern Congo Grows to 139 Probable Deaths
The World Health Organization reported that the Ebola virus has been circulating for several months in Ituri province. Officials recorded 139 probable deaths and nearly 600 suspected cases since the outbreak was declared on May 15.
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news.google.comCDC Temporarily Restricts Entry for Some Travelers from Three African Countries
The CDC has issued a temporary order barring certain non-U.S. citizens who were recently in the DRC, Uganda, or South Sudan from entering the United States. U.S. citizens, nationals, and lawful permanent residents may still enter but will face enhanced screening.
foxnews.comU.S. Doctor Infected With Ebola Hospitalized in Berlin
An American doctor who contracted Ebola while working in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has been evacuated to Germany for treatment. The Department of Homeland Security announced new arrival restrictions for flights from affected countries.
abcnews.go.comEbola Outbreak in DRC Linked to Wildlife Contact in Border Region
The latest Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has recorded 51 confirmed cases and 139 suspected deaths. Researcher James Baguma links the risk to close human-wildlife interactions and cross-border movement.
ABC NewsU.S. Imposes Flight Restrictions Over Ebola Outbreak in Central Africa
The Department of Homeland Security announced new arrival rules for flights from three African countries. Officials cited an ongoing Ebola outbreak and directed affected flights to Washington-Dulles Airport.
news-medical.netRecent Ebola and Hantavirus Outbreaks Prompt Public Concern After COVID-19
Outbreaks of Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo and hantavirus on a cruise ship have drawn public attention in recent weeks. Public health experts state the risk to the general U.S. population remains low. The COVID-19 pandemic experience is influencing how some Americans…
NprEbola Outbreak Reported in Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda
More than 600 suspected cases and 139 suspected deaths have been recorded since the World Health Organization declared a public health emergency on Saturday. The outbreak is centered in a northeastern province of the Democratic Republic of Congo, with two cases also reported in U…
France 24WHO Says Ebola Risk High in Congo, Uganda but Low Globally
The World Health Organization reported Wednesday that the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda poses high risk at national and regional levels but low risk worldwide. Officials confirmed 51 cases in Congo with hundreds more suspected.
koreaboo.comWHO Advises Against U.S. Travel Ban on Ebola-Affected Countries
The World Health Organization recommended contact tracing over travel restrictions for countries affected by Ebola. Officials noted the virus spreads only through direct contact with blood or body fluids and is not airborne.
theprint.inUganda Issues New Ebola Guidelines for Gatherings and Transport
The Ministry of Health has released standard operating procedures to limit Ebola transmission at public events, religious services, markets, and on transport. The rules require screening, hygiene upgrades, and reporting of suspected cases.
thehindu.comAmerican Doctor Tests Positive for Ebola in Congo Outbreak
An American medical missionary tested positive for Ebola after treating patients in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. He was evacuated and is receiving treatment while officials monitor other exposed Americans.
thehindu.comGhana Strengthens Border Screening After Ebola Outbreaks in Uganda and DRC
Ghanaian health authorities have activated nationwide precautionary measures after Ebola outbreaks were confirmed in Uganda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. No suspected or confirmed cases have been recorded in Ghana.
techcentral.co.zaUganda Bans Handshakes After Two Ebola Cases Cross From Congo
Uganda's Ministry of Health announced a temporary ban on handshakes and other physical greetings after two Ebola cases from the Democratic Republic of the Congo were confirmed in the country. One patient died and another is receiving treatment.
indiatoday.intoday.inTrial of Experimental Treatments for Ebola Bundibugyo Virus Planned in Africa
The World Health Organization declared an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo a public health emergency of international concern on 17 May. Scientists are preparing a clinical trial of two experimental therapies against the rare Ebola Bundibugyo virus.
Africa CDC Chief Requests Ebola Vaccine Access
The head of the Africa CDC stated that candidate Ebola vaccines exist and expressed hope for availability within weeks. The official noted that outbreaks in Africa carry implications for other regions due to global travel.
Al JazeeraDRC Reports New Ebola Outbreak in Ituri Province
Health officials in the Democratic Republic of the Congo have confirmed a new Ebola outbreak in Ituri Province. The outbreak involves the Bundibugyo strain and has led to at least 88 deaths among more than 300 suspected cases.
sluggerotoole.comWHO Declares Ebola Disease Outbreak in DRC and Uganda a Public Health Emergency
The World Health Organization declared a public health emergency of international concern on 16 May 2026 after confirming Bundibugyo virus disease in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda. The outbreak has produced 246 suspected cases and 80 deaths as of 15 May.
upi.comSupreme Court Temporarily Preserves Mail-Order Access to Abortion Pill
The Supreme Court on May 14, 2026, blocked a federal appeals court ruling that would have required in-person doctor visits for mifepristone. The 7-2 decision keeps mail-order access to the abortion pill in place while litigation continues. Separately, the Africa CDC declared an E…
pakistantoday.com.pkSupreme Court Temporarily Blocks Ruling Requiring In-Person Doctor Visits for Abortion Pill
The Supreme Court on May 14, 2026, issued a temporary block on a federal appeals court decision that would have required women seeking abortions to visit a doctor in person before obtaining mifepristone. The 7-2 ruling preserves access to mail-order mifepristone while the underly…
StatSupreme Court Temporarily Blocks Ruling Requiring In-Person Visits for Abortion Pill
The Supreme Court has temporarily blocked a federal appeals court ruling that would have required women seeking abortions to visit a doctor in person to obtain mifepristone. The decision preserves access to mail-order abortion pills while the underlying lawsuit continues. The cou…