DRC Ebola outbreak has peaked, authorities say as infection rates slow
Infection numbers are declining for the first time since the May outbreak was declared, DRC officials announced.
Authorities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo said the Ebola outbreak affecting parts of the country has reached its peak, with infection rates slowing for the first time since the epidemic was declared in May. Nearly 3,500 people have died in the outbreak to date.
Experts cautioned that continued vigilance is needed to ensure the Bundibugyo strain remains under control, the statement indicated.
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- Ebola outbreak in DRC has peaked, say authorities, as infection rates slow — The Guardian — World
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