Ebola virus

The Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak is spreading in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda, highlighting the absence of licensed vaccines and therapeutics for this rare Ebola species. A significant challenge remains the inability to rapidly and reliably diagnose the pathogen.

In the Democratic Republic of the Congo's Ebola hotspot, a 'cascade of deaths' and fear of contamination are reported. Healthcare workers at Mongbwalu General Hospital are handling Ebola-related fatalities in an unrefrigerated morgue.

The French health ministry confirmed a doctor who worked in Congo is infected with the Ebola virus. The individual returned from a humanitarian mission in a virus transmission zone and is being treated at a specialized facility in France.

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.

The Ebola epidemic in Bunia, Democratic Republic of Congo, is worsening. A woman infected with the virus is being treated at an NGO-run center in Rwampara.

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 Trump administration’s Ebola quarantine facility in Kenya faces criticism from public health experts, who argue it may deter American volunteers from participating in outbreak response efforts. Local protests and legal challenges have also emerged, with a Kenyan court suspending the project over constitutional concerns, though construction continues. The U.S. government cites proximity and logistical needs as reasons for the facility.

Health workers in the Democratic Republic of Congo report that misinformation about the Ebola virus is hindering containment efforts as cases near 1,000. False claims, including assertions that the epidemic is a hoax, have accelerated spread in overcrowded displacement camps, while the World Health Organization notes undercounting in high-risk areas. Officials remain hopeful a vaccine may enter clinical trials within months.

Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard released declassified records showing U.S. funding of over 120 biological laboratories in more than 30 countries, including 40 in Ukraine. The documents detail U.S.-funded research on pathogens like anthrax and Ebola, as well as construction projects in Ukrainian labs. Critics previously accused Gabbard of spreading Russian narratives, while supporters argue the release validates concerns about oversight of these facilities.

Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard released declassified records showing U.S. funding of over 120 biological laboratories in more than 30 countries, including 40 in Ukraine. The documents detail research on pathogens like anthrax and Ebola, and U.S. taxpayer spending on lab construction. Critics argue the facilities were part of public health efforts, while Gabbard claims the public was not given a full picture of U.S.-backed biological research.

President Donald Trump blamed Iran for downing a U.S. Army Apache helicopter near the Strait of Hormuz, stating the U.S. must respond. Two Army aviators were rescued by a drone boat, and Trump confirmed they are safe. The administration also addressed immigration funding, H-1B visa fee appeals, and urged Europe to strengthen travel restrictions to prevent Ebola spread.

Health workers in Congo's Ebola outbreak, including Dr. Richard Lokudu at Mongbwalu General Referral Hospital, face minimal compensation and exhaustion while treating patients around the clock. Suspected Ebola cases are reported even late at night, requiring continuous efforts from medical staff.

Health workers in Congo's Mongbwalu region are underpaid and overworked while combating the deadliest Ebola outbreak, which began in the mining area of Ituri province. The outbreak, linked to crowded mining camps and poor health protocols, has 488 confirmed cases and 86 deaths, with no approved vaccines for the Bundibugyo type of Ebola.

Health workers in Mongbwalu, Congo, face minimal pay and resources while managing a deadly Ebola outbreak linked to the Bundibugyo type. The outbreak, which began in a mining area, has resulted in 488 confirmed cases and 86 deaths, with no approved vaccines or treatments available.

Congo’s health workers, including Dr. Richard Lokudu at Mongbwalu General Referral Hospital, are treating Ebola patients without pay. They face risks of infection and lack compensation despite working long hours and responding to suspected cases at all times.

The WHO chief, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, visited Bunia in DR Congo to address an Ebola outbreak in Ituri Province, where at least 1,077 suspected cases have been reported since May 15.

Red Cross workers in the Democratic Republic of the Congo are handling the body of Dr. Tibenderana Katho Blaise, who died from the Ebola virus. The article tracks the spread of the Ebola outbreak.

A Kenyan court has ordered the suspension of a U.S. plan to establish a quarantine facility for Americans exposed to the Ebola virus in Kenya. The decision follows public backlash and accusations against the Kenyan government for allegedly exploiting the situation.

A Kenyan court suspended a U.S. plan to establish a quarantine facility for Americans exposed to a rare Ebola virus in northeastern Congo, citing backlash from medical workers and activists. The U.S. had proposed sending exposed individuals to Kenya instead of repatriating them, but the location and Kenyan government approval remain unclear.

The World Health Organization chief has arrived in Kinshasa, DR Congo, to address a rare Ebola virus outbreak. Authorities report 906 suspected cases and 223 suspected deaths, with challenges including limited medical equipment, population distrust, and armed groups in the region.

The World Health Organization's chief has arrived in Kinshasa, Congo, to oversee efforts combating a rare Ebola virus outbreak. The mission occurs amid existing distrust and insecurity in the region.

The head of the World Health Organization arrived in Congo's capital, Kinshasa, to address a rare Ebola outbreak amid distrust and insecurity.

A Kenyan court has suspended a U.S. plan to establish a quarantine facility for Americans exposed to a rare Ebola virus in northeastern Congo. The facility was intended to handle cases related to the Ebola outbreak in the region.

The Trump administration proposed a controversial plan to transport Americans exposed to Ebola to Kenya for quarantine, sparking public concern. The plan, described as 'shock,' suggests relocating affected individuals to a foreign country for containment.

The author traveled through Uganda during new U.S. restrictions targeting Ebola outbreaks in Uganda, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), and South Sudan. They expressed no health concerns, noting the outbreak's epicenter in DRC's Ituri province was 200 miles away.

Ugandan authorities ordered the immediate closure of the border with Congo due to a surge in rare Ebola cases in Congo and emerging cases in Uganda. The decision aims to prevent the spread of the virus, which is causing concern in the region.

The article discusses mistrust among some Congolese communities towards Westerners and medical workers during the Ebola epidemic in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, highlighted by an incident where an Ebola treatment center at Rwampara General Hospital was set on fire in May 2026.

An Ebola outbreak caused by a rare strain with no available vaccine has resulted in over 900 cases and the deaths of Red Cross volunteers. Experts warn of the virus's severity and the lack of treatment options.

A rare strain of Ebola virus spread across two countries before being detected, highlighting challenges in identifying and containing emerging infectious diseases. The outbreak underscores the difficulty of tracking rare pathogens in early stages.

A new Ebola sub-strain originated from fruit bats and has infected humans, leading to over 200 deaths in the Democratic Republic of Congo and three new cases confirmed in Uganda.

The Africa CDC has issued a warning that ten African countries are at risk from the Ebola virus. The alert comes as Emmet Livingstone reports live from Kinshasa, DR Congo.

Africa CDC warns ten additional African countries are at risk as the Ebola outbreak spreads. Uganda confirms new cases, while three Red Cross volunteers died in eastern DR Congo. Attacks on Ebola treatment centers in Mongbwalu and Rwampara forced suspected cases to flee.

The CDC has expanded enhanced Ebola screening to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport for travelers arriving from Congo, Uganda, and South Sudan due to a recent Ebola outbreak. This measure is part of the federal government's emergency public health response.

The Ebola outbreak is now the third largest recorded and is spreading rapidly, according to a health report. The situation raises concerns about public health and containment efforts.

The African Union's health agency warned that ten African countries, in addition to the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda, are at risk of being affected by the Ebola virus.

The Democratic Republic of the Congo is facing a rapidly spreading Ebola outbreak, exacerbated by a new strain of the virus, aid cuts, and cultural practices around burials. Aid groups and healthcare workers warn the healthcare system is overwhelmed, with confirmed cases underrepresenting the true scale of the crisis.

Uganda has confirmed three additional Ebola cases, marking the spread of the outbreak. The confirmation highlights growing concerns over the virus's transmission in the region.

The Bundibugyo virus, first identified in a 2007 Ugandan outbreak, is now linked to an ongoing Ebola crisis in eastern Congo, sparking frustration among Ugandans who associate their picturesque district with the disease. The Ugandan government urges global health authorities to clarify that Uganda is not the current outbreak's epicenter.