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    Ebola outbreak in eastern DRC declared a public health emergency by WHO

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    Health officials responding to the Ebola outbreak in eastern DRC.

    Here's what it means for you.

    The ongoing Ebola outbreak highlights critical gaps in global health funding and response capabilities.

    What happened

    An Ebola outbreak in eastern DRC has resulted in at least 139 deaths and has been officially declared an emergency by the WHO.

    The Context

    • The outbreak is caused by a rare strain of Ebola, the Bundibugyo variant.
    • 51 confirmed cases have been reported, with expectations for the number to rise.
    • U.S. aid cuts have significantly impacted the response efforts to the outbreak.

    Takeaway

    The international community must address funding gaps in global health to effectively combat outbreaks like Ebola.

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    BBC News

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