68 stories tagged #Uganda

  1. Conflict and Mistrust Accelerate Deadly Ebola Outbreak in Congo
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    Conflict and Mistrust Accelerate Deadly Ebola Outbreak in Congo

    War and conspiracy theories are hindering Ebola containment in the DRC as cases surpass 800, raising fears of a crisis rivaling the historic West Africa epidemic.

    6d ago 2 min read
  2. Distrust Fuels Deadly Ebola Outbreak in Eastern DR Congo
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    Distrust Fuels Deadly Ebola Outbreak in Eastern DR Congo

    Aid officials say medical efforts are failing because communities question if Ebola is real, requiring a new strategy built on respect and transparent communication.

    last wk. 1 min read
  3. Ebola Surges Past 800 Cases in Congo as Uganda Battles Cross-Border Spread
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    Ebola Surges Past 800 Cases in Congo as Uganda Battles Cross-Border Spread

    The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has surpassed 800 confirmed cases. Health officials warn of undetected transmission and continue to monitor a porous border with Uganda.

    last wk. 2 min read
  4. WHO Applauds Uganda’s Ebola Response Amid Cross-Border Risks
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    WHO Applauds Uganda’s Ebola Response Amid Cross-Border Risks

    WHO officials commend Uganda’s rapid mobilization and readiness against the Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak, while emphasizing the need for continued vigilance and regional cooperation with the DRC.

    last wk. 1 min read
  5. WHO Warns of Escalating Ebola Outbreak in Northeast DR Congo
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    WHO Warns of Escalating Ebola Outbreak in Northeast DR Congo

    The World Health Organization reports a widening Ebola crisis in the Democratic Republic of Congo, with cases spreading to new regions and crossing into Uganda.

    last wk. 1 min read
  6. Africa CDC and WHO Launch $518M Joint Ebola Response Plan
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    Africa CDC and WHO Launch $518M Joint Ebola Response Plan

    Africa CDC and WHO unveil a six-month, $518 million strategy to combat the Bundibugyo Ebola strain in DRC and Uganda, emphasizing rapid detection and community engagement.

    last wk. 1 min read
  7. Trust, Testing Critical in DRC Ebola Fight as Cases Rise
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    Trust, Testing Critical in DRC Ebola Fight as Cases Rise

    WHO reports containment progress in DRC and Uganda with increased testing and contact tracing.

    2w ago 1 min read
  8. Gavi Commits $50M to Combat Bundibugyo Ebola Outbreak in DRC and Uganda
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    Gavi Commits $50M to Combat Bundibugyo Ebola Outbreak in DRC and Uganda

    Global vaccine alliance Gavi launches First Response Fund to accelerate Bundibugyo Ebola vaccine development and outbreak control.

    2w ago 1 min read