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What to know about the latest Ebola outbreak as cases and fatalities rise

What to know about the latest Ebola outbreak as cases and fatalities rise

The World Health Organization has declared the Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda a public health emergency of international concern

Appeals in Congo for more supplies as aid groups warn Ebola outbreak is ‘gaining momentum’

Appeals in Congo for more supplies as aid groups warn Ebola outbreak is ‘gaining momentum’

Healthcare workers and aid groups in eastern Congo have appealed for more supplies and staff to respond to the outbreak of a rare type of Ebola, as armed groups continued to threaten safety of the region already grappling with displacement and humanitarian crisis

Ebola Outbreak in Congo Infects American Doctor, WHO Declares Global Emergency

Ebola Outbreak in Congo Infects American Doctor, WHO Declares Global Emergency

A rare strain of the Ebola virus has infected an American doctor in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, as the outbreak continues to spread across the country and into neighboring Uganda. The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the outbreak a public health emergency of international concern. Over 300 suspected cases and 118 deaths have been reported in the Ituri and North Kivu provinces, with additional fatalities in Uganda. The virus spread undetected for weeks due to initial testing errors. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has confirmed the infection and is working to evacuate other potentially exposed individuals for monitoring.

The Ebola outbreak in Congo went unnoticed for weeks. This is what we know

The Ebola outbreak in Congo went unnoticed for weeks. This is what we know

The Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda has been declared a public health emergency of international concern by the World Health Organization

What to know about the outbreak of a rare kind of Ebola as cases and deaths rise

What to know about the outbreak of a rare kind of Ebola as cases and deaths rise

The World Health Organization has declared the Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda a public health emergency of international concern

Risk of Ebola spread is high regionally but low globally, WHO says

Risk of Ebola spread is high regionally but low globally, WHO says

The World Health Organization says the risk of spread of the Ebola virus is high in Congo and Uganda, but low globally

Ebola deaths in eastern Congo rise to 131 as outbreak spreads

Ebola deaths in eastern Congo rise to 131 as outbreak spreads

By Erikas Mwisi BUNIA, Democratic Republic of Congo, May 19 (Reuters) - Twenty-six more suspected Ebola deaths were recorded in 24 hours in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, authorities said on Tuesday, and the head of the World Health Organization expressed deep concern about the outbreak's

Global Efforts Intensify to Contain Ebola Outbreak as U.S. Plans Citizen Relocation

Global Efforts Intensify to Contain Ebola Outbreak as U.S. Plans Citizen Relocation

An international effort is underway to contain an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Uganda. The outbreak, involving the Bundibugyo strain of the virus, has resulted in at least 80 suspected deaths and 246 suspected cases. The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the situation a public health emergency of international concern. The U.S. is preparing to relocate a small number of its citizens affected by the outbreak. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is supporting efforts to manage the situation, including surveillance and contact tracing.

Ebola Outbreak in Africa Highlights Urgent Need for New Vaccines Amid WHO Funding Cuts

Ebola Outbreak in Africa Highlights Urgent Need for New Vaccines Amid WHO Funding Cuts

A recent outbreak of the Ebola virus in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Uganda has been declared a public health emergency of international concern by the World Health Organization (WHO). The outbreak involves the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola, which has a mortality rate of 20 to 50 percent. As of May 17, 2026, there are 336 suspected cases and 88 deaths reported. The outbreak has underscored the urgent need for new vaccines, particularly as the WHO faces significant funding cuts following the U.S. withdrawal of financial support in early 2025. This has led to reduced staffing and resources, impacting the organization's ability to respond effectively to such health crises.

Health workers race to respond to Congo's fast-spreading Ebola outbreak

Health workers race to respond to Congo's fast-spreading Ebola outbreak

By Erikas Mwisi BUNIA, Democratic Republic of Congo, May 18 (Reuters) - Medical personnel were rushing on Monday to the frontlines of a new Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo whose late detection and quick spread have alarmed health experts.

CDC Implements Travel Health Notices Amid Ebola Outbreak in Congo

CDC Implements Travel Health Notices Amid Ebola Outbreak in Congo

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued travel health notices for Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo following an Ebola outbreak in Congo's Ituri province. The outbreak has resulted in 88 deaths and over 300 suspected cases, with at least six Americans potentially exposed to the virus. The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the situation a public health emergency of international concern. The current outbreak is linked to the Bundibugyo virus, which has a mortality rate of 25% to 50%. The CDC reports that there are no outbreak-related cases in the United States, and the overall risk to the American public remains low. However, the agency is taking precautionary measures to prevent the disease from entering the U.S.

Six Americans Exposed to Ebola in Congo Amidst Global Health Emergency

Six Americans Exposed to Ebola in Congo Amidst Global Health Emergency

At least six Americans have been exposed to the Ebola virus in the Democratic Republic of Congo, according to sources from international aid organizations. The World Health Organization has declared the outbreak a public health emergency of international concern. The specific virus involved, Bundibugyo, has no vaccine or treatment. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is supporting the safe withdrawal of affected Americans and has issued travel advisories for Congo and Uganda. The CDC emphasizes that the risk to the American public remains low, but it is closely monitoring the situation and has systems in place to respond to potential public health threats.