DR Congo Ebola outbreak infects 75 medics since May

The WHO reports that 75 healthcare workers have contracted Ebola in the DRC since May, with 17 fatalities. Officials emphasize that the healthcare system is severely strained and that other diseases like malaria remain significant threats.
Why it matters
The loss of medical personnel significantly hampers the ability to contain the outbreak and provide essential care to the population.
Health: DR Congo Ebola outbreak infects 75 medics since May
The article relies on official WHO statements and provides objective health data.
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