Bundibugyo virus

At least 506 people have died from Ebola in Congo, with 1,561 confirmed cases since May 15. Health workers in Ituri province threatened to strike over unpaid benefits, poor working conditions, and lack of equipment, complicating efforts to contain the outbreak in three eastern provinces. The Bundibugyo virus, which lacks approved vaccines, is responsible for the outbreak, contrasting with the Zaire virus, for which a vaccine exists.

Ebola deaths in Congo have surpassed 500, with 1,561 confirmed cases since May 15. Health workers in Ituri province, the outbreak's epicenter, threatened to strike over unpaid benefits and poor working conditions, complicating efforts to contain the Bundibugyo virus, which lacks approved vaccines.

Residents in eastern Congo's Ebola outbreak epicenter are hopeful as a clinical trial begins testing two experimental treatments, remdesivir and MBP134, to combat the Bundibugyo virus. The trial, led by the World Health Organization and international partners, aims to improve survival rates among infected patients and could expand to include high-risk groups.

The World Health Organization (WHO) has added the first molecular diagnostic test for Bundibugyo virus (BDBV) to its Emergency Use Listing (EUL). The test identifies the virus's genetic material in blood samples to rapidly confirm infections.

Researchers initiated a study on two potential Ebola treatments, remdesivir and MBP134, in Congo to address the worsening Bundibugyo virus outbreak, which has infected over 1,400 people and caused 438 deaths. The trial, led by the WHO and partners, aims to determine if the drugs improve survival rates and will enroll participants in eastern Congo, with possible expansion to safer regions.

Researchers in Congo have initiated a study to test two potential Ebola treatments, remdesivir and MBP134, amid a worsening outbreak caused by the Bundibugyo virus. The World Health Organization reported over 1,400 cases and 438 deaths, with the trial aiming to determine if the drugs improve survival rates. The study, conducted in collaboration with multiple international institutions, faces challenges due to violence in the region.

The Bundibugyo virus, the root of the current Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, has caused over 1,250 cases and at least 362 deaths. The virus, a highly fatal pathogen, presents sudden symptoms including headaches, diarrhoea, kidney and liver malfunction, and internal/external bleeding, with contagiousness persisting after death.

The French Ministry of Health confirmed an Ebola virus case in a patient returning from Congo, where they worked on a humanitarian mission. The patient is in stable condition and isolated in France, while the Congolese health ministry reports 1,094 confirmed cases and 277 deaths from the Bundibugyo virus outbreak, which has no available vaccines or treatments.

The French health ministry confirmed an Ebola case in a patient returning from Congo, where 1,094 cases and 277 deaths have been reported. The patient is in stable condition, isolated in France, and contact tracing is underway. The outbreak, caused by the Bundibugyo virus, has no known vaccine or treatment.

A French health ministry confirmed an Ebola case in a patient returning from Congo, where 1,094 confirmed cases and 277 deaths have been reported. The patient, who worked in a virus transmission zone, is in stable condition and isolated in France. The outbreak, caused by the Bundibugyo virus with no available vaccine or treatment, remains active with potential for further spread.

A doctor returning from the Democratic Republic of Congo tested positive for Ebola in France, marking the first case in the country since the current outbreak began. The patient is isolated and stable, and the outbreak is caused by the Bundibugyo virus, which has no approved treatments. Germany and the Czech Republic recently treated two U.S. doctors infected with Ebola.

Confirmed Ebola cases in eastern Congo have surpassed 1,000 with 254 deaths, driven by the Bundibugyo virus, which lacks vaccines or treatments. Contact tracing remains a major challenge at 55% coverage, while violence from rebel groups in Ituri province complicates response efforts and displaces communities.

Confirmed Ebola cases in Congo's Ituri province have reached 1,003 with 254 deaths, driven by the Bundibugyo virus, which lacks vaccines or treatment. Contact tracing is only 55% complete, with over 35,000 contacts to trace, while violence from Islamic State-backed rebels complicates response efforts.

Confirmed Ebola cases in Congo's Ituri province have reached 1,003 with 254 deaths, driven by the Bundibugyo virus, which lacks vaccines or treatments. Contact tracing remains challenging at 55% coverage, while ongoing violence from rebel groups complicates response efforts and forces displacement.

Confirmed Ebola cases in Congo's Ituri province have reached 1,003 with 254 deaths, caused by the Bundibugyo virus, which has no vaccines or treatment. Officials report challenges with contact tracing at 55% coverage and over 35,000 people needing to be traced, with the outbreak's peak still ahead.

Confirmed Ebola cases in eastern Congo's Ituri province have reached 1,003 with 254 deaths, driven by the Bundibugyo virus, which has no vaccines or treatment. Contact tracing remains a major challenge at 55% coverage, while ongoing violence from the Islamic State-backed Allied Democratic Force complicates response efforts and displaces populations.

Africa CDC chief Dr. Jean Kaseya urges African countries to invest in their own Ebola response and vaccine development, citing over 200 deaths and 894 confirmed cases in the current outbreak. Challenges include lack of approved vaccines for the Bundibugyo virus and slow contact tracing, with more than 35,000 contacts still unmonitored.

The Africa CDC chief urges African countries to invest in their own Ebola response and vaccine development, citing the ongoing outbreak in Congo and Uganda which has caused over 200 deaths. Challenges include lack of approved vaccines for the Bundibugyo virus and reliance on foreign partners for health needs.

Ebola cases in Congo and Uganda have increased 38% in a week, with over 200 deaths reported. The outbreak, caused by the Bundibugyo virus (which lacks approved vaccines), has 894 confirmed cases across 32 health zones, primarily in Congo’s Ituri province. Challenges include limited contact tracing (only 4,000 of 17,000–35,000 potential contacts tracked) and insufficient funding, with only $90 million of $900 million pledged released.

The Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda has surpassed 200 deaths with 894 confirmed cases, driven by the Bundibugyo virus which lacks approved vaccines. Cases increased 38% in a week, affecting 32 health zones, while contact tracing is hindered by conflict, displacement, and underfunded response efforts.

The Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda has surpassed 200 deaths with 894 confirmed cases, driven by the Bundibugyo virus lacking approved vaccines. Case numbers increased 38% in a week, spread across 32 health zones, and face challenges in contact tracing due to conflict, displacement, and underfunded response efforts.

A 16-month-old baby and his mother in Congo have recovered from Ebola, along with five others, amid an outbreak caused by the Bundibugyo virus. Congo’s Ministry of Health reports 837 confirmed cases and 196 deaths, with challenges in contact tracing due to conflict and displacement in the region.

A 16-month-old baby and his mother have recovered from Ebola in eastern Congo, joining five others released from the treatment center. The outbreak, caused by the Bundibugyo virus, has 837 confirmed cases and 196 deaths, with warnings it could become the worst on record if not contained.

A 16-month-old baby and his mother in eastern Congo have recovered from Ebola, joining five others in recovery. The outbreak, caused by the Bundibugyo virus, has resulted in 837 confirmed cases and 196 deaths, with warnings from Africa’s health body that it could become the worst on record if uncontrolled.

A 16-month-old boy and his mother have recovered from Ebola in eastern Congo, marking a rare positive development as the outbreak, caused by the Bundibugyo virus, has resulted in 837 confirmed cases and 196 deaths. The Africa CDC warned the outbreak could become the worst on record due to challenges in contact tracing amid conflict and displacement in the region.

Ebola outbreaks in Congo are exacerbated by distrust in health systems, leading victims to seek traditional healers instead of hospitals. The current outbreak, caused by the rare Bundibugyo virus, has killed at least 181 people, with misinformation and armed conflict complicating containment efforts.

Africa's Ebola outbreaks are complicated by victims preferring traditional healers over hospitals, leading to distrust in health workers and misinformation. The current outbreak in Congo, caused by the Bundibugyo virus with no approved treatments, has killed at least 181 people and prompted a WHO-declared public health emergency.

Congo is experiencing its 17th Ebola outbreak since 1976, driven by the rare Bundibugyo virus. Distrust of health workers and reliance on traditional healers have hindered containment efforts, leading to 181 deaths. The World Health Organization declared the outbreak a public health emergency, and the U.S. imposed travel restrictions.

Congo reports 72 new Ebola cases in 24 hours, raising total confirmed cases to 782 with 181 deaths. The outbreak, driven by the Bundibugyo virus, faces challenges due to displacement, remote regions, and overwhelmed treatment centers in Ituri province, with spread to Uganda.

Congo reports 72 new Ebola cases in a day, raising total confirmed cases to 782 with 181 deaths, as the outbreak spreads in a remote, conflict-affected region. Health authorities and organizations like Doctors Without Borders warn the response is struggling to keep pace with the Bundibugyo virus outbreak, which has also reached Uganda.

Congo reports a record one-day increase of 72 new Ebola cases, bringing the total to 782 confirmed cases and 181 deaths. The outbreak, caused by the Bundibugyo virus with no approved vaccine, is concentrated in Ituri province and has spread to Uganda. Challenges include weak contact tracing (56% coverage), insecurity, and funding gaps.

Congo reported 72 new Ebola cases in 24 hours, the highest single-day increase since the outbreak declaration on May 15. The Bundibugyo virus, with no approved vaccine, has caused 181 confirmed deaths and faces challenges due to weak contact tracing, insecurity, and displacement in Ituri province.

Congo reported 72 new Ebola cases in 24 hours, raising the total to 782 confirmed cases and 181 deaths. The outbreak, caused by the Bundibugyo virus with no approved vaccine, faces challenges like weak contact tracing and insecurity. The World Health Organization and Africa CDC are intensifying response efforts as cases spread to Uganda.

Ebola cases in eastern Congo have risen to 782 with 181 deaths, driven by the Bundibugyo virus, which lacks approved vaccines or treatments. The outbreak, concentrated in Ituri province, faces challenges from displacement, conflict, and low contact tracing coverage, while a proposed Ebola quarantine center in Kenya sparked protests.

Ebola cases in eastern Congo have risen to 782 with 181 deaths, driven by the Bundibugyo virus, which lacks approved vaccines or treatments. Challenges include low contact tracing coverage, conflict displacement, and attacks on health workers, while cases have spread to Uganda.

Confirmed Ebola cases in Congo have reached 782 with 181 deaths, driven by the Bundibugyo virus without approved vaccines. The outbreak in Ituri province faces challenges from displacement and conflict, with spread to neighboring regions and a U.S.-proposed Kenyan quarantine center that was halted by protests.

Moderna and other companies are developing an mRNA vaccine to combat the Bundibugyo virus, which is driving the current Ebola outbreak. The effort focuses on addressing the rare virus causing the ongoing epidemic.

Congo's Ebola outbreak has resulted in 101 deaths out of 550 confirmed cases, primarily in Ituri province, with spread to Uganda and other regions. Conflict, attacks on health workers, and low testing rates are complicating containment efforts, while the Bundibugyo virus strain lacks an approved vaccine.

Congo's Ebola outbreak has caused 100 deaths out of 550 cases, primarily in the Ituri province, with conflict and attacks on health workers hindering the response. The outbreak, caused by the Bundibugyo virus without an approved vaccine, has spread to Uganda and faces challenges due to delayed detection and ongoing violence.

Survivors of Congo’s 2018-2020 Ebola outbreak describe initial community skepticism, attacks on health workers, and challenges in combating misinformation. The current outbreak, caused by the Bundibugyo virus, has confirmed 550 cases and 101 deaths, raising concerns over delayed responses and lack of an approved vaccine.