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HEALTHJul 9 · 15:09 UTCCOURTHOUSE NEWSAgence France-Presse

Ebola outbreak is ‘fastest growing ever’ as 600 die

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo is the fastest-growing ever recorded, with 600 confirmed deaths out of 1,759 cases. The Bundibugyo species, which has no approved vaccine or treatment, is spreading rapidly amid insecurity and a fragile health system. The WHO reports a 34% case fatality rate and is seeking $115 million to strengthen response efforts.

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World Health OrganizationorganizationDemocratic Republic of CongoplaceAfrica Centers for Disease Control and PreventionorganizationBundibugyo speciestopicIturi provinceplaceDr. Wessam MankoulapersonEbolatopic
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