DR Congo
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worldEbola Spread in DR Congo 'Deeply Alarming,' MSF Warns Amid WHO Chief's Visit
Rapid spread of Ebola in DR Congo triggers MSF warning as WHO chief visits worst-hit area. Over 1,000 suspected cases and 246 deaths reported. Outbreak also reaches Uganda.
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healthUganda Closes Border with DR Congo as Rare Ebola Cases Surge
Uganda shuts its border with DR Congo after suspected cases of a rare Ebola strain near 1,000, defying WHO guidance.
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healthEbola Outbreak in DR Congo Faces Deadly Collision with Conflict
WHO warns of catastrophic collision as Ebola surges in DR Congo's conflict-ridden east. Bombings, displacement, and access limits hamper response.
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healthCanada Orders 21-Day Isolation for Travelers from Ebola-Affected Regions
Canada mandates self-isolation for travelers from Ebola zones. Immigration applications from DR Congo, South Sudan, and Uganda are suspended.
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healthDR Congo Governor Warns of Catastrophe as Ebola Outbreak Escalates
Ituri's military governor compares fight against Ebola to a 'war' lacking resources, with over 900 suspected cases and 223 deaths.
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worldThree Red Cross Volunteers Die From Suspected Ebola in DRC
Three Red Cross volunteers in DR Congo died from suspected Ebola contracted while handling bodies. The outbreak has over 170 suspected deaths and 750 cases.
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sportsDR Congo World Cup Hopefuls in Isolation as Ebola Risk Rises
Ebola outbreak forces cancelation of DR Congo's pre-World Cup camp. Players to isolate before competing in Qatar 2022.
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worldEbola Risk 'Very High' in Eastern DR Congo; UN Ramps Up Emergency Response
WHO raises national risk to "very high" amid 82 confirmed cases, conflict, and growing distrust complicating containment efforts.