Health & Environment

WHO: Congo Ebola Outbreak Began Months Before Official Declaration

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THE BRIEF
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The World Health Organization (WHO) has revealed that the current Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo began months before it was officially declared.

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The delay in detection has contributed to a massive surge in cases, with health officials now warning that the virus may be mutating, complicating containment efforts.

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The Africa CDC and WHO are calling for urgent, community-led interventions, as pregnant women and vulnerable populations are increasingly avoiding hospitals due to fear of the disease.