At least 930 people have died in Congo's Ebola outbreak, according to the country's Ministry of Health. The death toll includes 37 new deaths recorded in a single 24-hour span, one of the highest daily totals reported since the outbreak began.
Key Takeaways
At least 930 people have died in Congo's Ebola outbreak, with 37 new deaths recorded in a single day. The outbreak, caused by the rare Bundibugyo virus, has seen 2,344 confirmed cases and is spreading faster than health officials can track. Safety fears and attacks on health facilities are complicating response efforts.
- At least 930 people have died in Congo's Ebola outbreak
- 37 new deaths recorded in a single day, one of the highest daily totals
- 2,344 confirmed cases as of Saturday
- Bundibugyo virus responsible for the outbreak has no approved vaccine or treatment
- At least 12 attacks on health facilities and teams since mid-May
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| Claim | Status | Reason | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Death Toll | Broad Agreement | At least 930 people have died in Congo's Ebola outbreak | |
| New Deaths Recorded In A Single Day | Broad Agreement | 37 new deaths recorded in a single 24-hour span, one of the highest daily totals | |
| Confirmed Cases | Broad Agreement | 2,344 confirmed cases as of Saturday | |
| Virus Responsible For The Outbreak | Broad Agreement | Bundibugyo virus responsible for this outbreak is less common than others that cause Ebola disease,… | |
| Attacks On Health Facilities And Teams | Broad Agreement | At least 12 attacks recorded against health facilities and teams since mid-May |
Death Toll
Broad AgreementAt least 930 people have died in Congo's Ebola outbreak
New Deaths Recorded In A Single Day
Broad Agreement37 new deaths recorded in a single 24-hour span, one of the highest daily totals
Confirmed Cases
Broad Agreement2,344 confirmed cases as of Saturday
Virus Responsible For The Outbreak
Broad AgreementBundibugyo virus responsible for this outbreak is less common than others that cause Ebola disease, and there is no approved vaccine or treatment
Attacks On Health Facilities And Teams
Broad AgreementAt least 12 attacks recorded against health facilities and teams since mid-May
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The outbreak, declared on May 15 in eastern Congo, is the fastest-growing Ebola outbreak on record. As of Saturday, there were 2,344 confirmed cases. The Bundibugyo virus responsible for this outbreak is less common than others that cause Ebola disease, and there is no approved vaccine or treatment.
The surge in deaths comes as safety fears have restricted the response in Ituri province, which accounts for around 90% of all cases. At least 12 attacks—mostly fueled by skepticism and rumors—have been recorded against health facilities and teams since the outbreak was declared in mid-May, authorities said Saturday.
Many health workers have walked off their jobs as they protest lack of payment, further complicating response efforts. The World Health Organization last week expressed concerns that 80% of new Ebola cases were emerging from unknown chains of transmission, a sign the outbreak is spreading faster than health officials can track despite an expanding response.
The Congo's Health Ministry said in its latest update that 724 patients are currently in isolation and in hospitals, and that it is intensifying response efforts in affected health zones. 'Patient care and support capacities are consolidating, with 22 new recoveries recorded in 24 hours,' the ministry said.
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