Congo Ebola outbreak explodes to 4,665 cases, 2,184 deaths

The deadly Bundibugyo virus disease (BVD) outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has escalated sharply, with 4,665 confirmed cases and 2,184 deaths recorded as of August 12, 2026, raising fresh concerns over the risk of international spread. The post Congo Ebola o...

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August 16, 2026 · 15:51 · 5 min read

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