Ebola outbreak

The UNDP warns that the Ebola outbreak in Africa could cost $3.6 billion, push 985,000 people into poverty, and threaten 300,000 jobs.

An Associated Press journalist spent a month in the epicenter of Congo's Ebola outbreak documenting the toll and challenges for health workers in a conflict zone.

A year after the Trump administration dissolved USAID, a poll shows most Americans still support foreign aid for disaster relief, disease prevention, and security. Over 70% of respondents backed maintaining or expanding aid after learning it accounted for just 1% of the US budget. Republican and MAGA voter support increased significantly when provided with details about aid outcomes.

Health officials emphasize that addressing the humanitarian crisis is essential for the success of the Ebola response. The article highlights the critical role of humanitarian aid in containing the outbreak.

A preliminary report indicates that approximately 90% of patients with Bundibugyo virus disease (BVD) in the latest Ebola outbreak showed no hemorrhagic signs or bleeding at presentation, marking a departure from past outbreaks. Hemorrhage may now be an 'infrequent' feature of this outbreak.

President Donald Trump requested $87.6 billion in emergency funding to cover the war in Iran, farmer aid, and other projects. The proposal includes $67.15 billion for the Defense Department, $11.1 billion for Agriculture, and funds for infrastructure like modernizing Penn Station. Reactions from lawmakers were mixed, with some praising the request and others criticizing it as an overextension for unrelated priorities.

President Trump requested $87.6 billion in emergency funding to cover the war in Iran, farmer aid, and other expenses. The proposal includes $67.15 billion for the Defense Department, $11.1 billion for the Agriculture Department, and funds for projects like modernizing Penn Station. Congressional reactions were divided, with Republicans supporting and Democrats criticizing the request.

President Donald Trump requested $87.6 billion in emergency funding to cover war costs in Iran, farmer aid, and other expenses. The proposal includes allocations for Defense, Agriculture, and infrastructure projects, with mixed reactions from Congress, including support from Sen. Charles Grassley and criticism from Sen. Patty Murray.

The White House requested $87.6 billion in supplemental funding from Congress to address the Iran war, curb the ongoing Ebola outbreak, and provide aid to U.S. farmers. The request was detailed in a letter to House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.).

The U.S. has released an experimental Ebola drug for clinical trials in the Democratic Republic of Congo as the outbreak surpasses 1,000 cases and 250 deaths, according to the World Health Organization and U.S. officials. The treatment is being shipped to the region to address the ongoing crisis.

Confirmed Ebola cases in eastern Congo have reached 1,003 with 254 deaths, according to officials. Contact tracing remains a major challenge in containing the outbreak.

The Africa CDC director warns that the Ebola outbreak in Congo could become the worst on record if transmission rates do not flatten. Top African health officials and infectious disease expert Syra Madad from the Harvard Belfer Center are examining efforts to contain the outbreak.

Central Africa's Ebola outbreak is exacerbated by widespread mistrust and porous borders in a war zone, complicating containment efforts.

The Africa CDC chief warned that the Ebola outbreak in East Africa could become the worst on record, potentially lasting a year and infecting thousands if transmission rates remain unchanged. The outbreak is already one of the largest, primarily affecting Congo, where distrust is a challenge.

Congo's opposition condemns a bill enabling a potential third term for President Félix Tshisekedi by resetting term limits through a constitutional referendum. The bill, passed by the Senate and National Assembly, faces protests and accusations of power consolidation, with opposition groups vowing to challenge it.

Scientists have modeled the potential size of the current Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Some experts suggest this outbreak could become one of the worst Ebola epidemics on record.

Oxfam warns that the true scale of the Ebola outbreak is underestimated, and the deadly virus is continuing to spread 'undetected'. The organization highlights concerns about the ongoing transmission of the virus.

The Ebola outbreak is altering nightlife in Congo, as shown in photos. The situation highlights the impact of the health crisis on social activities in the region.

An Ebola outbreak is reshaping life in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, with fear spreading faster than information and hospitals becoming zones of urgent containment rather than care.

Samaritan’s Purse has established two field hospitals with 40 beds each in the Democratic Republic of Congo to address the Ebola outbreak. The centers began operations on Sunday and Monday, supported by a 65-member team and protective equipment for health workers.

The WHO director-general is deeply concerned about the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda, which is the third largest on record. The outbreak has resulted in at least 708 confirmed cases and 141 deaths across the two countries.

Journalists from KFF Health News discussed findings of medical neglect in ICE detention facilities and Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s views on antidepressants. Additional segments covered the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and public health preparations for the World Cup.

Violent clashes erupted in Kinshasa, Congo, during a rally opposing a proposed constitutional change that could allow President Félix Tshisekedi to seek a third term. The opposition coalition C64, which rejects the amendment, clashed with pro-government supporters before police dispersed the crowd using tear gas. The bill under consideration in the National Assembly would permit revising presidential term limits via referendum if state institutions face 'major dysfunction.'

The article highlights global events from the past week, including disorder in Belfast, Israeli airstrikes in Gaza, an Ebola outbreak, and the NBA finals featuring the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs.

Uganda temporarily closed its border with the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) to curb the spread of an Ebola outbreak. The World Health Organization (WHO) has urged Uganda to reconsider this border closure.

Survivors and health/aid workers in eastern Congo shared their experiences and lessons from the 2018-2020 Ebola outbreak. The accounts focus on personal and professional challenges during the crisis.

The European Union's crisis management commissioner has called for a ceasefire between the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda, citing the urgency of peace due to the Ebola outbreak. The EU emphasizes that the need for peace has become more critical with the spread of the disease.

The World Health Organization head is visiting Uganda, praising its 'prompt and capable response' to the Ebola outbreak in DRC's Ituri province. Uganda has recorded a few cases, primarily imported from the region.

A couple in Congo's Bunia celebrated their wedding amid an Ebola outbreak caused by the Bundibugyo virus, adhering to social distancing measures with limited guests and no physical contact. The outbreak has resulted in 515 confirmed cases and 91 deaths, prompting restrictions on public gatherings and hygiene practices.

The Democratic Republic of Congo's Ebola outbreak is spreading at an unprecedented pace, according to a warning from Africa CDC. The health crisis is described as accelerating rapidly within the country.

Health workers in Congo's eastern region are struggling with low pay and insufficient rest during the Ebola outbreak, which began in the Mongbwalu mining area after spreading undetected for weeks.

Health workers in Mongbwalu, the epicenter of Congo's Ebola outbreak, report working with minimal pay and insufficient rest. The situation highlights challenges faced by medical staff in managing the outbreak under difficult conditions.

The U.S.-Africa Business Summit, originally scheduled for July 26-29, 2026 in Mauritius, has been postponed by the Corporate Council on Africa (CCA) and the Government of Mauritius. The decision was made in response to guidance from the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Mauritius Ministry of Health regarding the ongoing Ebola outbreak in Central Africa.

The 2014 West Africa Ebola epidemic had 40-50 cases when the global response began, while the current Democratic Republic of the Congo outbreak reached 400-500 cases by response initiation. The DRC outbreak has spread to 25 health zones in three weeks, with challenges including incomplete contact tracing, lab backlogs, unprepared treatment centers, insufficient protective gear, and attacks on burial teams.

The article highlights global events including attacks on police in Southampton, Russian strikes in Kyiv, an Ebola outbreak, and Paris Saint-Germain's Champions League victory. These events are captured by leading photojournalists over the past week.

The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) and the World Health Organization (WHO) launched a joint continental preparedness and response plan to address an ongoing Ebola outbreak caused by the Bundibugyo virus. The initiative aims to raise US$ 518 million to support African countries and partners in preparing for, detecting, and responding to the outbreak.

Acting Director of the CDC Jay Bhattacharya stated that the Trump administration's response to the Ebola outbreak was more scientifically justified than the measures taken during the COVID-19 pandemic. He criticized lockdowns, school closures, and mask mandates as part of the COVID response.

Flights to Kenya are transporting medical equipment for a controversial U.S.-planned facility aimed at containing the Ebola outbreak in Africa, as reported by CBS News.

Public health experts express concern that states weakened their public health authorities after the COVID-19 pandemic, potentially hindering responses to outbreaks like Ebola and other infectious disease threats.

Women in eastern Congo are the primary caregivers for family members during the Ebola outbreak, making them the most at risk. The article highlights their role in caregiving and the associated dangers.