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A village chief in Congo works to overcome Ebola prejudice even as the disease kills his relatives - AP News
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Sebastien Kitsa Musayi, Mark Banchereau
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A village chief in Congo is actively working to combat prejudice against Ebola survivors and victims, even while his own family members are affected by the disease. His efforts highlight the social stigma that complicates public health responses in the region.
Why it matters
Social stigma remains a major barrier to effective disease control and medical intervention in outbreak-prone areas.
BENI, Congo (AP) After each of his relatives got Ebola and became sick, Alphonse bin Kitobi Achou Taibo…
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