Ebola disease outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda - ECDC

An Ebola outbreak caused by the Bundibugyo virus is currently affecting the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda. Health authorities have confirmed over 120 cases in the DRC and seven in Uganda, though the ECDC maintains that the risk to the EU/EEA remains very low.
Why it matters
The outbreak highlights ongoing public health challenges in Central Africa and the necessity for international surveillance to prevent global spread.
Ebola disease outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda
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