Ebola Death Toll in Democratic Republic of the Congo Reaches 86
Death toll from Ebola in DRC rises to 86 — Health Ministry
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The Democratic Republic of the Congo reports 86 confirmed deaths from Ebola, with 488 total cases as of June 6. Intensive efforts are underway to control the outbreak, particularly in Ituri Province, where medical facilities are being expanded.
- 01The death toll from the Ebola outbreak in the DRC has risen to 86 confirmed deaths.
- 02There are 488 confirmed cases of Ebola reported as of June 6.
- 03The outbreak was officially announced on May 15 by the DRC and Uganda governments.
- 04Intensive efforts are being made to prevent further spread, including expanding medical isolation facilities in Ituri Province.
- 05This outbreak is considered one of the largest and most dangerous since Ebola was first identified in 1976.
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As of June 6, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has reported 86 laboratory-confirmed deaths from Ebola, with the total number of confirmed cases rising to 488. The Health Ministry noted that six additional deaths occurred in the last 24 hours. In response to the outbreak, which was officially announced on May 15, authorities are intensifying efforts to contain the virus, particularly in Ituri Province, the epicenter of the outbreak. Measures include expanding medical isolation facilities and delivering additional protective equipment to healthcare workers. Experts have indicated that this outbreak is among the largest and most dangerous since the Ebola virus was first identified in 1976.
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The outbreak has significant health implications for residents in the affected areas, particularly in Ituri Province.
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