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Why Congo's Ebola outbreak is spreading faster than previous epidemics

The Ebola epidemic in Democratic Republic of Congo is spreading rapidly. Delayed detection and military conflict hinder containment efforts significantly. A lack of specific vaccines and treatments complicates the situation further. Surveillance teams struggle to keep pace with the rising number of infections. Population movement and mistrust also present major challenges to controlling the outbreak.

5 Aug 2026 9:21 pm