DR Congo Ebola Outbreak Becomes Major Regional Health Emergency

DR Congo Ebola Outbreak Becomes Major Regional Health Emergency

Health authorities are scaling up efforts to contain a serious Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

KINSHASA, DR Congo — Health authorities and international partners are intensifying efforts to contain an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Response teams are working to strengthen surveillance, contact tracing, clinical care and community engagement.

Security challenges, difficult terrain and limited resources continue to complicate operations in affected communities.

Health agencies are urging communities to cooperate with response teams and report suspected cases quickly.

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