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Confirmed Ebola cases in Congo outbreak top 1,000 with 254 deaths, authorities say
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· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The number of confirmed cases has surpassed 1,000, with a total of 1,003 cases reported.
A recent update on the Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo has been released. The number of confirmed cases has surpassed 1,000, with a total of 1,003 cases reported. The outbreak has resulted in 254 deaths, according to officials.
On a more positive note, 100 people have recovered from the illness. The affected area is concentrated in the Ituri province. Further details on the outbreak can be found through Congo's Ministry of Health or other news sources, such as KSAT 12.
The Ministry of Health has been tracking the outbreak since it was declared, providing updates on the situation.
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Category: local Published: June 22, 2026 Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) Reading time: 1 min
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