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Ebola Deaths in Congo Near 500
Ebola deaths in DRC reach 492, with 19 new fatalities in one day. Total infections at 1,528, fatality rate 32.2%.
Ebola horror prediction: 1,000 deaths per day
DRC warns Ebola could kill 1,000 daily if it reaches refugee camps. 1.15 million people at risk in Ituri.
Norovirus Outbreak on Ruby Princess: 120+ Infected
Norovirus outbreak on Ruby Princess cruise ship infects over 120 people. Ship docked in San Francisco for disinfection.
Measles outbreak in Czechia: 4 dead
Measles outbreak in Czechia: 4 deaths, 7,000 infections. Young people in Moravia-Silesia region at risk.
Ebola deaths in Congo rise to 377
Ebola outbreak in DRC: 1,307 infections, 377 deaths. 615 patients in care, 180 recovered. Uganda reports 20 cases.
Congo Ebola: 360 dead, 1,274 infected
Ebola outbreak in Congo: 360 deaths, 1,274 infections confirmed. Latest updates on Bond.az.
Cholera epidemic in Africa spreads to 14 countries
Cholera epidemic in Africa has spread to 14 countries. Central African Republic reports 197 cases, 24 deaths. Highest caseload in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
El Nino threatens global food security
Scientists warn El Niño return threatens food security and health. Extreme heat and wildfires expected as event may peak by year-end.
Ebola cases in DRC exceed 1,000 with 254 deaths
Ebola cases in DRC exceed 1,000 with 254 deaths, 100 recoveries. WHO declared outbreak a global emergency.
Bird Flu Kills Over 13,000 Elephant Seals on Australian Islands
H5N1 bird flu outbreak on Australia's Heard and McDonald Islands kills over 13,000 southern elephant seal pups.
Ebola outbreak in Congo exceeds official numbers
Ebola outbreak in Congo real scale exceeds official numbers. Causes, statistics, and affected regions.
Ebola in DRC: 149 deaths, 710 cases
Ebola outbreak in DRC: 149 deaths and 710 confirmed cases. Mortality rate at 21% as virus spreads in Ituri province.
Cholera outbreak in Nigeria: 74 dead
Cholera outbreak in Nigeria's Borno state: 74 dead, 7850 infected. Urgent measures needed.
Congo Ebola death toll exceeds 100
Congo Ebola death toll exceeds 100 with 101 confirmed deaths. Total infections at 550. Chinese experts arrive in Kinshasa to help.
Ebola outbreak could reach 20,000 cases
Ebola outbreak in DRC and Uganda may reach 20,000 cases. CDC warns of high risk without isolation. Currently 452 cases, 82 deaths.
Zimbabwe Malaria Crisis: Cases Quadruple
Zimbabwe sees a quadruple increase in malaria cases, hitting 65,000. Government prepares emergency response. Read more.
Ebola resurges: Death toll reaches 60
Ebola epidemic in DRC: death toll reaches 60, infections rise to 344. Health authorities increase monitoring.
Moderna Partners with CEPI for BDBV Ebola Vaccine
Moderna partners with CEPI to develop a BDBV Ebola vaccine, with up to $50 million in funding.
Nigeria Cholera Outbreak: 37 Deaths, 3000+ Cases
Nigeria cholera outbreak: 37 deaths, over 3,000 cases in Borno State. Emergency response underway.
Ebola spreading rapidly in Congo
Ebola virus spreading rapidly in DRC Congo with over 1,000 suspected cases.
WHO chief urges community role in Congo Ebola fight
WHO chief Tedros calls on communities to lead Ebola response in Congo, urges more international funding.
Flesh-Eating Fly Found 31 Miles from US Border
Flesh-eating screwworm found 31 miles from US border. USDA warns of $1.8 billion damage risk to Texas economy.
WHO: 906 suspected Ebola cases
WHO: 906 suspected Ebola cases in DRC, 223 deaths probed. Bundibugyo strain also in Uganda.
US Focuses on Keeping Ebola Out of the Country
The US is taking measures to prevent Ebola from entering the country from the Democratic Republic of Congo, including travel restrictions, quarantine talks with Kenya, and airport screenings.
Ebola in Congo spreads fast, outpacing response
Ebola outbreak in Congo spreads fast, with 220 deaths and 900 cases. Response is slow due to local mistrust, supply shortages, and global funding cuts.
CDC Seeks Staff for Ebola Screening
CDC seeks volunteers for Ebola screening at U.S. entry points amid Bundibugyo strain outbreak. Level 2 emergency response activated.
White House restricts US scientists' WHO contacts
White House restricts US scientists' WHO contacts. The ban began during hantavirus outbreak, partially eased for Ebola. Experts concerned about impact on disease control.
Australian spy chief: Antisemitism unchecked after Gaza war
Australia's spy chief says antisemitism was left unchecked after the Gaza war, fueling violence against Jewish people, leading to a raised terror threat level.
Ebola Outbreak: Thousands at Risk Again
Ebola epidemic in DRC and Uganda is the second largest in history. 745 infections, 178 deaths, no vaccine available.
US extends Ebola ban to green card holders
US extends Ebola travel ban to green card holders who visited DRC, Uganda, or South Sudan. CDC cites public health concerns. WHO raises alarm.
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