Ebola treatment trial starts in DRC amid rising cases
BBC World1 min read100 words
The World Health Organization (WHO) has released the latest figures on the ongoing outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo, reporting a total of 1,406 confirmed cases of the disease. In addition to the confirmed cases, health officials have identified 301 suspected cases, bringing the overall count of individuals under investigation to 1,707.
The WHO data also indicates that the outbreak has resulted in 438 deaths, underscoring the severity of the situation in the region. Authorities continue to monitor the spread and implement response measures, while international partners provide support to strengthen surveillance, treatment, and prevention efforts across affected areas.
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