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At least 930 people have died in Congo's Ebola outbreak, with 2,344 confirmed cases as of Saturday. The Bundibugyo virus, which has no approved vaccine or treatment, is causing the fastest-growing outbreak on record. Security challenges and health worker protests over unpaid wages are complicating response efforts in Ituri province, where 12 attacks on health facilities have occurred since May.

At least 12 attacks on health facilities and workers have hindered Congo's Ebola response in Ituri province, where 90% of cases are concentrated. The outbreak, declared the fastest-growing on record, has caused 2,181 cases and 864 deaths, with strikes by unpaid workers and protests complicating efforts.

Safety concerns are hindering the Ebola response in Congo, where authorities have reported over 12 attacks on health facilities and workers during the outbreak. The attacks are contributing to challenges in containing the disease.

Queensland prison staff mistakenly allowed men accused of raping cellmates to remain in shared cells, violating protocols due to a belief their cases were 'closed'. An ombudsman report also highlighted overcrowding, inadequate health facilities, and undercooked chicken at the Brisbane Correctional Centre.

Sudan's only functioning hospital is treating tropical diseases as the country's war enters its fourth year, with 37% of health facilities now out of service.