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violence against women and girls
Coverage of violence against women and girls in the Nexus archive.
- Opinion: The Ebola outbreak will lead to devastating violence against women and girls
The World Health Organization has declared a public health emergency due to an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo, caused by the Bundibugyo strain with no existing vaccine or treatment. Over 900 suspected cases and 220 deaths have been reported, with the outbreak spreading to Uganda. The article highlights the overlooked risk of increased violence against women and girls during the crisis.