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Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo spreads to 2 new health zones with a total of 60 areas now affected
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· August 28, 2026
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Key points The latest government figures show that the outbreak is growing rapidly, with 5,794 confirmed cases and 2,786 deaths. The Ebola outbreak has spread to two new health zones, bringing the total number of affected areas to 60.
The Ebola outbreak has spread to two new health zones, bringing the total number of affected areas to 60. The latest government figures show that the outbreak is growing rapidly, with 5,794 confirmed cases and 2,786 deaths. The case fatality rate is higher in some areas due to delayed response efforts.
The outbreak is spreading quickly, fueled by various factors. Further details on the situation are available from the source.
The World Health Organization is involved, and the outbreak is affecting areas under extremely difficult conditions, including insecurity and population movements.
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Category: News Published: August 28, 2026 Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) Reading time: 1 min
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