Ebola spreads in DR Congo as authorities struggle to contain it
The Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo is still spreading, with cases now confirmed in neighbouring Uganda as authorities struggle to contain it.
The ongoing Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo is continuing to spread, reports say. According to Al Jazeera, the virus has crossed borders, with cases now confirmed in neighbouring Uganda.
Health teams are struggling to monitor the outbreak and trace contacts in eastern regions marked by conflict and insecurity. Those conditions complicate responders' access to affected areas and the rollout of vaccination and care.
International health bodies have urged stronger regional preparedness given the risk of cross-border spread. The trajectory of the outbreak will depend on how response resources and access conditions develop in the weeks ahead. This article is informational and not medical advice.
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