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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.
Uganda: Soldiers Halt TV Broadcasts
Uganda soldiers ordered by president's son besiege largest independent media holding, halt TV broadcasts.
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.
Historic decision in Baku: $2.8B package approved
The Islamic Development Bank approved a $2.8 billion development financing package at its Baku meeting, covering transport, energy, agriculture, and climate resilience projects.
Georgia deports 94 foreigners including Azeris
Georgia deported 94 foreigners including Azerbaijani citizens. The deportees are banned from re-entering the country.
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.
Ebola in Congo "global pandemic threat"
The spread of Ebola virus in DRC is assessed as a global pandemic threat. WHO Director-General warns. Infection spreads to other countries.
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.
Ebola in Africa: 63 Dead, Nearly 400 Infected
Ebola in Africa: 63 dead, nearly 400 infected. Latest situation in Congo and Uganda. Epidemic ranks fourth in complexity.
Georgia deports 84 foreigners, including Azerbaijanis
Georgia deports 84 foreigners, including Azerbaijani citizens. Deportees banned from re-entering the country.
Ebola resurges: Death toll reaches 60
Ebola epidemic in DRC: death toll reaches 60, infections rise to 344. Health authorities increase monitoring.
WHO: 906 suspected Ebola cases
WHO: 906 suspected Ebola cases in DRC, 223 deaths probed. Bundibugyo strain also in Uganda.
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.
Italy Ebola Suspects: Two Hospitalized
Two Ebola suspects hospitalized in Italy after returning from Uganda. Symptoms include fever, nausea, and vomiting. No confirmed diagnosis yet.
Ebola can be mistaken for malaria
Ugandan doctor Elayca Kiiza warns Ebola symptoms can be confused with malaria. Learn about early and late symptoms of Ebola fever.
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.
Atlanta airport adds Ebola screening
CDC expands Ebola screening to Atlanta airport for travelers from DRC, Uganda, South Sudan. Second U.S. entry point added.
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.
Ebola could keep team out of WC-2026
DR Congo's football team faces possible exclusion from the 2026 World Cup due to Ebola. Quarantine requirements and group opponents detailed.
WHO raises Ebola risk in Congo to 'very high'
WHO raises Ebola risk in DRC to 'very high' national level. 82 confirmed cases, 7 deaths reported. Experimental drug Obeldesivir used for contacts.
Congo Ebola risk raised to 'very high' as cases near 750
WHO raises Congo Ebola risk to 'very high' as cases approach 750, highlighting rapid spread of rare virus strain.
Thailand Imposes Medical Monitoring for Ebola
Thailand mandates medical monitoring for travelers from DRC and Uganda due to Ebola. 21-day surveillance and temperature checks required.
Ebola Center Set on Fire in Congo
Locals in the Democratic Republic of Congo set fire to an Ebola treatment center. Details on the incident triggered by refusal to return bodies.
Congo flight denied entry to US
Air France flight from Congo denied entry to US over Ebola; passenger diverted to Montreal.
Ebola more dangerous than hantavirus - Expert
Russian virologist compared Ebola and hantavirus danger: Ebola more dangerous, higher mortality risk.
US doctor in contact with Ebola patient heading to Czech hospital
A US doctor exposed to Ebola is being transferred from Uganda to a Czech hospital as a precaution. Officials assure no risk to the public.
139 Ebola Deaths: WHO Sounds Alarm
WHO reports 139 suspected Ebola deaths in DRC and Uganda, warning that numbers are expected to increase as the epidemic spreads.
US bans travel to 3 African countries
The US State Department has banned travel to DRC, Uganda, and South Sudan due to Ebola. Additionally, travel to Rwanda is discouraged.
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