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More health workers strike as Ebola cases in Congo near 3,000, including over 1,300 deaths
Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Prosper Heri Ngorora And Constant Same Bagalwa, Associated Press , KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 25, 2026
· 3 min read
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Health workers at an Ebola treatment center in eastern Congo went on strike Saturday over payment issues, disrupting care for patients in the epicenter of the country’s rapidly growing outbreak. The number of confirmed cases of Ebola in Congo has reached 2,973, including 1,309 deaths, according t...
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Key takeaway The number of confirmed cases of Ebola in Congo has reached 2,973, including 1,309 deaths, according to government data released Friday in what authorities say is the fastest-growing outbreak on record.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
San Antonio's own connection to global health crises is worth considering in light of the Ebola outbreak in Congo. With a significant military presence in the city, including Brooke Army Medical Center, San Antonio has played a role in responding to international health emergencies in the past. The city's medical professionals and research institutions have contributed to the development of treatments and vaccines for infectious diseases. However, the challenges faced by health workers in Congo, including unpaid bonuses and salaries, are a stark reminder of the difficulties in responding to outbreaks in resource-constrained areas. As San Antonio continues to grow as a hub for medical research and treatment, the city's experts may be called upon to share their expertise in addressing the Ebola crisis, particularly in developing effective responses to the Bundibugyo virus. The city's experience in managing public health emergencies could also inform strategies to mitigate the spread of the disease.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 25, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? Health workers at an Ebola treatment center in eastern Congo went on strike Saturday over payment issues, disrupting care for patients in the epicenter of the country’s rapidly growing outbreak. The number of confirmed cases of Ebola in Congo has reached 2,973, including 1,309 deaths, according t...
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