Ebola outbreak in DR Congo becomes deadliest in the country's history
An Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has officially become the deadliest the country has ever recorded, according to the latest available data.
The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is now facing the deadliest Ebola outbreak in its history, according to newly released figures on infections and deaths.
The DRC has long been one of the countries most affected by Ebola virus disease, with recurring outbreaks since the virus was first identified there in the 1970s. Despite this long history of dealing with the disease, none of the country's previous outbreaks has resulted in as many fatalities as the current one.
Ebola causes a severe and often fatal haemorrhagic fever, transmitted through direct contact with the bodily fluids of infected people or animals. Outbreaks place enormous strain on healthcare systems, particularly in areas where medical resources and access to care are already limited.
International health organisations have previously stressed the need for stronger support to help the DRC contain repeated Ebola outbreaks. The situation continues to be closely monitored given its potential implications for both regional and global public health.
