Congo Ebola death toll tops 1,400 as vaccine trials start
DR Congo's Ebola outbreak has continued to grow, with confirmed infections reaching 3,200 and a fatality rate of nearly
Congo Ebola death toll crosses 1,000 amid fast-spreading outbreak
More than 1,000 people have died in the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, according to the Africa
WHO: Ebola death toll in DRC, Uganda crosses 1,000
The DRC's 17th Ebola outbreak was declared on May 15 after several deaths in Ituri, and has remained concentrated in the
Ebola outbreak: Nearly 1,000 people killed in Congo
Congo's Ebola outbreak has claimed over 999 lives, marking history's fastest spread. The virus has infected 2,473 people
Ebola death toll in Congo rises to at least 930, including dozens of health workers
The death toll from the Ebola outbreak in Congo has tragically climbed to at least 930, with thirty-seven fatalities rep
At least 930 people have died in Congo's Ebola outbreak
Thirty-seven new deaths were recorded in the previous 24 hours in one of the highest single-day totals
WHO warns DRC Ebola outbreak is far bigger than official count
According to the DR Congo's latest official figures, the haemorrhagic fever has infected more than 1,960 people and kill
US bars citizens in Congo from boarding flights home over Ebola
American citizens in Congo face travel restrictions to the United States. This new order requires a 21-day stay in a thi
Ebola outbreak is 'fastest growing ever' as 600 die
The Democratic Republic of Congo faces its fastest growing Ebola outbreak ever. Health authorities confirmed 1,759 cases
600 dead in Democratic Republic of Congo Ebola outbreak
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has now claimed 600 lives, figures published by the World Health
More than 500 dead in DR Congo Ebola outbreak
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has now claimed over 500 lives. World Health Organization figures
Ebola Cases in Congo Surpass 1,400 with 438 Fatalities
Kinshasa, July 2: The Ebola outbreak in Congo continues to escalate, with over 1,400 confirmed cases reported and 438 de
Major Step to Combat Ebola: WHO and Africa CDC Launch IMS Team
Addis Ababa, June 29: In response to the escalating Ebola outbreak in Africa, the Africa Centres for Disease Control and
Major Step in Ebola Response: WHO and Africa CDC Launch IMS Team
Addis Ababa, June 29: Amid a rising Ebola outbreak in Africa, the Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (Afr
New Delhi, June 25: The Ministry of Civil Aviation, in collaboration with Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL), la
Ebola Outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo: 1,118 Cases and 291 Deaths Confirmed
Kinshasa, June 25: The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has reported a total of 1,118 Ebola cases, including 291 confi
White House seeks $87.6 billion from Congress for Iran war costs, US farmers and Ebola response
The White House has formally requested $87.6 billion, primarily to replenish the Pentagon following the U.S. war against
Ebola Outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo: 1,094 Cases and 277 Deaths Reported
Kinshasa, June 24: The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is grappling with a severe Ebola outbreak, which has claimed 2
Congos Ebola outbreak has most cases in first month of any African outbreak, WHO says
The Bundibugyo outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo that has infected over 1,000 people and killed 267 was detec
India-Africa Forum Summit Postponed Due to Ebola Outbreak, Country Accelerates Vaccine Development
New Delhi, June 22: The fourth India-Africa Forum Summit has been postponed due to the Ebola virus outbreak in several A
UN Allocates $4 Million to Support Ugandas Ebola Response Efforts
Kampala, June 19: The United Nations has allocated $4 million from its Central Emergency Response Fund (CERF) to support
Ebola cases increase almost 40% in week as death toll passes 200
An Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda has claimed over 200 lives. This is the worst outbreak at this stage, with thousan
Modi pitches trust-based partnerships at G7 outreach session
Prime Minister Narendra Modi joined world leaders at the G7 Outreach Session in France, where discussions focused on reb
G7 Urges Strong Global Response to Ebola Outbreak
The outbreak in DRC has yet to peak and could take a year to contain, the Red Cross warned on Tuesday.
DR Congo Ebola peak 'in front of us', outbreak could last a year, says Red Cross
The peak is, I think, not beyond us, but in front of us; we are afraid that this could last one year before ending the o
Somewhere India lost the plot with the African Union: Ambassador Gurjit Singh
The former Indian Envoy to the African Union camedaysafter thefourth India-Africa Forum Summit, scheduled for May 31, wa
Senators Express Concerns Over U.S. Health Preparedness Ahead of FIFA World Cup
Washington, June 10: Democratic senators have raised alarms about the United States readiness to tackle major public hea
U.S. urges Europe to step up travel measures to prevent spread of Ebola from Africa
Marco Rubio, on June 9, called European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen to discuss U.S. and European coordinat
Congos Ebola outbreak rises to 100 deaths out of 550 cases after a month
At least 100 people have died from Ebola less than a month after authorities declared an outbreak of the disease in east
Nearly 500 confirmed cases in Central Africa Ebola outbreak: WHO
Central Africa faces a deadly Ebola outbreak with nearly 500 confirmed cases. The World Health Organization reported 452
As Ebola spreads in Congo, radio station tries to stop health misinformation
BUNIA (Congo), June 5: The rare Bundibugyo type of Ebola that Congo is battling took locals by surprise after weeks of s
In Focus Podcast | What you need to know about the Ebola outbreak
Dr. George M. Varghese explains what Ebola is and why there is concern about the disease, what India needs to do about i
Women Are the First Caregivers in This Ebola Outbreak and the Most at Risk
UN Women has said pregnant women could be more exposed by their frequent contact with health services
WHO Intensifies Efforts to Control Ebola Outbreak in DRC Amid Ongoing Challenges
Geneva, June 4: The World Health Organization (WHO) announced during a press conference in Geneva that ongoing efforts a
Were Still Behind in Ebola Outbreak Even as Testing Improves, WHO Chief Says
While laboratory and diagnostic resources improve for the outbreak, Tedros said the tracing of people who had contact wi
Marco Rubio Says US Considering Naming Official To Run Ebola Response
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio told a House of Representatives committee on Tuesday that the Trump administration is
Kenyan president defends US Ebola quarantine centre amid protests
NAIROBI, June 2: Kenyas president on Monday defended the establishment of an Ebola quarantine facility by the US, a move
Ebola outbreak: India sends 43 tonnes of aid to Africa CDC in second relief tranche
What to know about the outbreak of a rare kind of Ebola as cases outpace response
A rare Ebola outbreak is spreading rapidly in Congo and Uganda. The Bundibugyo virus has no approved treatments. Health
UK Foreign Secretary to visit India, China for talks on global challenges
LONDON, May 31: UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper will travel to China on Monday before a visit to India on a two-natio
WHO Chief Urges Countries to Reconsider Travel Bans Amid Ebola Outbreak
Bunia, May 31: The Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO), Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, has called on co
WHO chief lands in Congo as Ebola outbreak kills 223
Bunia, May 30: The head of the World Health Organisation on Saturday visited eastern Congos Bunia, a city at the heart o
Mumbai Prepares for Ebola Threat with Isolation Ward at Kasturba Hospital
Mumbai, May 30: In response to the World Health Organizations declaration of a public health emergency due to Ebola outb
India Reaffirms Support for Africa Amid Ebola Outbreak
New Delhi, May 29: As the deadly Ebola outbreak spreads in Africa, India has reiterated its commitment to assist affecte
Ebola outbreak: India has sent first tranche of medical supplies to Africa CDC, says MEA
On May 17, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Ugand
WHO Chief lands in Congo to address rare Ebola outbreak amid distrust and insecurity
To come here is to really show to the community that theyre not alone, said WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreye
An Ebola outbreak is devastating Mongbwalu in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. Many residents deny the virus's exis
Ebola Outbreak in Congo Complicated by Conflict and Insecurity, WHO Expresses Concern
Kinsasha, May 29: The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is proving to be very complex. Dr. Tedros
Ebola: 'You are not alone' in fight, vows DR Congo-bound WHO chief
The World Health Organization chief is heading to the Democratic Republic of Congo to combat a deadly Ebola outbreak. He
US allocates extra $80 mn to tackle Ebola
The United States announced Thursday that it was allocating an additional $80 million to help combat the Ebola outbreak
US allocates extra $80 mn to tackle Ebola
The United States announced Thursday that it was allocating an additional $80 million to help combat the Ebola outbreak
WHO chief heads to Congo as Ebola outbreak strains response
Health authorities in Congo and neighbouring countries are scrambling to contain the latest outbreak of the rare Bundibu
Here is a select list of stories to start the day.
Four Individuals Quarantined in Gujarat Amid Ebola Concerns
Ahmedabad, May 28: Health officials in Gujarat have taken precautionary measures in response to reports of an Ebola outb
Canada Implements Temporary Border Restrictions Amid Ebola Threat
Ottawa, May 27: The Canadian government has announced a series of temporary border measures to mitigate the risk of Ebol
A woman from Uganda who flew to Bengaluru has been isolated at a government hospital after she showed symptoms of body a
Ebola Outbreak in Congo: Rising Cases and Deaths Prompt Urgent Response
Kinsasha, May 27: Health Minister Roger Kamba announced that the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo is s
Ebola scare in Bengaluru: Traveller isolated after arriving from Uganda, sample sent for testing
A traveler from Uganda has been isolated in Bengaluru with mild symptoms, prompting precautionary measures amid African
Uganda returnee isolated in Bengaluru amid Ebola alert; no case confirmed yet
A traveler from Uganda with mild body ache has been isolated in Bengaluru for observation amid Ebola outbreaks in Africa
How Congo Is Battling an Ebola Outbreak Amid Aid Cuts, Armed Rebels and Anger
The region is constantly threatened by violence Eastern Congo has for years seen attacks by dozens of separate rebel and
Watch: Ebola concerns, PCOS to PMOS, NEET cancellation and more | One year of Health Wrap
In the first anniversary episode of The Health Wrap by The Hindu, Ramya Kannan, Health Editor, The Hindu and Athira Elss
Ebola Outbreak: Over 900 Suspected Cases In Congo, Says WHO Chief
Geneva, May 25 (IANS) World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said that as the Democ
India advises against travel to DRC, Uganda, South Sudan amid Ebola outbreak
India has issued a travel advisory urging citizens to avoid non-essential travel to the Democratic Republic of Congo, Ug
How Congo is battling an Ebola outbreak complicated by aid cuts, armed rebels and anger
Ebola treatment centers in eastern Congo are being attacked. This violence stems from deep-seated issues like rebel conf
India Dispatches First Tranche Of Medical Supplies, Protective Kits To Africa Amid Ebola Outbreak
New Delhi, May 24 (IANS) Amid the Ebola outbreak in Africa, India on Thursday dispatched the first tranche of urgent med
Ebola Outbreak: Tamil Nadu Intensifies Airport Screening And Hospital Preparedness
Chennai, May 24 (IANS) Tamil Nadu has intensified surveillance and precautionary measures across airports, ports and gov
Ebola Outbreak Prompts Suspension of Flights to Bunia, Congo
Kinshasa, May 24: The government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has temporarily suspended all passenger f
As of May 23, the total reported death toll from the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola has risen to 216. The total number of ca
WHO Declares Ebola Outbreak Public Health Emergency Of International Concern
New Delhi, May 24: In light of the reported outbreaks of Ebola disease in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and
India advises citizens to avoid travel to Ebola-hit African countries
New Delhi: The Indian government has advised citizens to avoid non-essential travel to the Democratic Republic of the Co
New Delhi, May 24: The Indian government has issued a warning to its citizens regarding travel to Congo, Uganda, and Sou
Avoid Travel To Congo, Uganda: India Issues Advisory Amid Ebola Outbreak
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has declared the situation to be a Public Health Emergency of International Concern
UN Allocates $60 Million From Emergency Fund To Combat Ebola Outbreak In Congo
Geneva, May 22 (IANS) UN Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator, Tom Fletcher
Karnataka Steps Up Surveillance After WHO Declares Ebola Outbreak Global Health Emergency
Bengaluru, May 22 (IANS) The Karnataka Health Department has stepped up surveillance and preparedness measures across th
World Bank says responding to Ebola outbreak, plans to increase funding
Monique Vledder gave no details on the size of the financing package being prepared, but it was clear that more funding
Centre alerts states on Ebola surveillance, preparedness
New Delhi: The Union Health Ministry has asked all states and Union territories to step up surveillance, hospital prepar
WHO Declares Ebola Outbreak a Global Health Emergency; Karnataka on High Alert
Bengaluru, May 23: The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the Ebola virus outbreak in the Democratic Republic
Union Health Ministry Directs States, UTs To Bolster Surveillance Amid Ebola Outbreak
New Delhi, May 22: The Union Health Ministry has asked all states and Union territories to step up surveillance, hospita
Africa summit in India postponed over Ebola outbreak fears
The India-Africa summit was set to be held next week in Delhi after more than a decade.
Ebola Outbreak Alert Leads To India-Africa Summit Delay
New Delhi, May 21 (IANS) The Fourth IndiaAfrica Forum Summit (IAFS IV), initially scheduled to take place in New Delhi f
India-Africa Forum Summit postponed over Ebola outbreak
New Delhi: India and the African Union have postponed the India-Africa Forum Summit scheduled for May 28-31 in New Delhi
Watch: India postpones Africa summit amid Ebola outbreak, issues travel advisory
India has postponed the Fourth India-Africa Forum Summit scheduled for May 28 to 31 amid the growing Ebola outbreak in p
Ebola outbreak linked to a rare virus. There is no available vaccine or medicine for the Bundibugyo strain responsible f
India Postpones Africa Summit After Ebola Outbreak
The India-Africa Forum Summit had been scheduled to take place in New Delhi from May 28-31
India, Africa Union postpone New Delhi summit amid Ebola outbreak
India and the African Union have postponed the upcoming India-Africa Forum Summit in New Delhi. The decision, citing an
DR Congo Cancels World Cup Training in Kinshasa Amid Ebola Outbreak
The 17th Ebola outbreak to hit the DRC is already suspected of having caused 139 deaths from around 600 probable cases.
Watch: Why WHO is worried about Ebola outbreak | Above the Fold | 20.05.2026
In todays episode, we look at the WHOs highest-level alert over the Ebola outbreak in Central Africa, PM Modis meetings
The current Ebola outbreak in Congo is particularly concerning because it involves the Bundibugyo strain with no approve
Ebola, hantavirus show world's risk preparedness lagging: Pandemic expert
Global health crisis response has improved since Covid-19. However, a leading expert warns that awareness of pandemic ri
Jordan Imposes Temporary Travel Ban from DRC and Uganda Amid Ebola Outbreak
Amman, May 20: Jordan has announced a temporary travel ban on passengers arriving from the Democratic Republic of Congo
WHO Raises Alarm Over Speed Of Ebola Outbreak As Congo Announces 134 Deaths
The virus spread undetected for weeks after the first known death as authorities tested for a more common type of Ebola
U.S. Pledges Support Amid Ebola Crisis, Criticizes WHO for Delays
Washington, May 20: The Trump administration has pledged significant assistance to combat the rapidly spreading Ebola ou
Rubio says WHO was 'a little late' on identifying Ebola outbreak
The State Department announced on Tuesday (May 19, 2026) that it would fund up to 50 Ebola treatment centres in the Demo
Why Is The Latest Ebola Outbreak So Hard To Contain? Explained
Public health agencies say the coming weeks will be crucial in determining whether the outbreak can be contained before
Watch, but do not wait: On the Ebola outbreak
Extra caution should guide international responses to Ebola outbreak
Congo Health Ministry reports 131 deaths, 513 suspected Ebola cases
Kinshasa (Congo): At least 131 deaths and over 500 suspected cases have been reported in the ongoing Ebola outbreak in e
WHO evaluates vaccines, treatments for Ebola outbreak
The WHO is investigating potential vaccines and treatments for a potentially lengthy Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Re
Ebola Outbreak: Africa CDC Declares Continental Emergency
The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) has declared the Ebola outbreak in DR Congo and Ugand
WHO chief says 'deeply concerned' by 'scale and speed' of Democratic Republic Congos Ebola outbreak
WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus declared the outbreak a public health emergency of international concern the secon
Ebola Vaccines are only available for the Zaire strain, which was identified in 1976 and has a higher fatality rate of 6
WHO chief concerned at speed and scale of Ebola outbreak
The World Health Organization's chief expressed deep concern over the escalating Ebola outbreak. Over 500 suspected case
Ebola outbreak sparks US travel curbs, Visa suspension for Africa regions
America is increasing safety measures against Ebola. Travelers from affected regions will be screened. Visa services are
U.S. Takes Major Steps to Combat Ebola Outbreak in Africa
Washington, May 19: The United States has initiated significant measures to address the Ebola virus outbreak in the Demo
U.S. to screen for Ebola at airports, one American in Democratic Republic of Congo infected
The measures shared by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) come as the World Health Organisation h
India closely monitoring Ebola situation, say officials
New Delhi: The Ebola outbreak in parts of Africa has once again raised global public health concerns, with Indian author
Watch: Ebola outbreak in DR Congos Ituri and Uganda: 80 deaths reported
The WHO has declared the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda a public health emergency of inte
Why has the WHO declared a PHEIC over the Ebola outbreak in Africa ?
What is Ebola? What prompted the WHO to declare a PHEIC over the outbreak in Africa? How is Ebola transmitted? What are
India monitors Ebola outbreak in DRC, Uganda; preparedness measures strengthened
India is closely watching the Ebola virus outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda. The nation is enhanci
WHO Declares Ebola Outbreak In Congo A Global Health Emergency; What Makes It So Serious?
The ongoing Ebola outbreak has been remarked as an extraordinary event by WHO because it constitutes a public health ris
Ebola outbreak now a global health emergency: Is India at risk?
WHO 79th World Health Assembly: World Health Organization member states meet in Geneva. Deadly hantavirus and Ebola outb
What is Ebola, how does it spread and is there any outbreak in India? All FAQs answered
Ebola outbreak: The World Health Organization has declared an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and
Ebola in India: The WHO has declared the Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda a public health emergency with over 300 case
WHO declares Ebola outbreak global health emergency
Indian health experts assure no need for panic as WHO declares Ebola a global health emergency. Unlike COVID-19, Ebola r
Ebola Virus Outbreak Escalates in Congo, Rwanda-DRC Border Closed
Kigali, May 17: The Ebola outbreak in Congo has prompted urgent measures. The border between Rwanda and the Democratic R
WHO declares international emergency as Ebola outbreak kills more than 80 in DR Congo
The World Health Organization has declared an international health emergency due to an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic
WHO Declares Ebola Outbreak in Congo and Uganda a Global Health Emergency
Geneva, May 17: The World Health Organization (WHO) announced on Sunday that the Ebola outbreak spreading in the Democra
Watch: Ebola kills 80 in Congo; WHO declares global health emergency
An Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has killed more than 80 people, prompting the World Health Organiz
Ebola Outbreak In Congo, Uganda An International Public Health Emergency, Says WHO
The current outbreak involves the Bundibugyo strain of the Ebola virus, which is considered dangerous because there are
The World Health Organization has declared the Ebola outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda a global health
Congo Ebola Outbreak Death Toll Rises to 87 Amid Spread Fears
Congo has experience managing Ebola outbreaks but often faces logistical challenges in delivering expertise and supplies
Congolese report constant burials as deaths in new Ebola outbreak reach 80
Health officials in Democratic Republic of Congo have intensified emergency response measure after an Ebola outbreak in
Ebola Outbreak In DR Congo Kills 80, Rare Strain Confirmed
Eighty people have died in a new Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo's eastern Ituri province, the countr
A new Ebola outbreak is confirmed in a remote Congo province, with 65 deaths recorded
Africa CDC has confirmed a new Ebola outbreak in Congo's Ituri province. Hundreds of suspected cases and dozens of death
Ebola Outbreak Declared in Eastern DR Congo: Health Agency
The outbreak is in Ituri province.
Africa's Top Health Body Confirms New Ebola Outbreak In Remote Congo Province
The deaths and suspected cases have been recorded mainly in the Mongwalu and Rwampara health zones, the Africa Centres f
Confirmed Ebola outbreak in Congo, says African public health agency
The agency said initial findings suggested the presence of a non-Zaire strain of the virus, with sequencing ongoing to f