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Congo Ebola Outbreak Tops 1,200 Cases; US CDC On Highest Alert

The <span><a href="https://www.healthandme.com/health/ebola">Ebola</a></span> virus disease outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has reached 1,203 confirmed cases, including 321 deaths, according to the latest report from the country's public health authorities.

The report said 148 patients have recovered, while 419 remain in isolation or are receiving hospital care. Health authorities have also identified 265 suspected cases, including 77 deaths.

<h2>WHO Warns Fight Is Far From Over</h2>

World Health Organization Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said on X that contact tracing in the DRC is reaching more people and more Ebola patients are recovering and returning home.

However, he warned that the fight is "far from over."

"War and insecurity still slow the response, and mistrust is the real battleground. Win trust, and we win this," he said.

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<h2>Nearly 300 Confirmed Patients Unaccounted For</h2>

The whereabouts of nearly 300 people who tested positive for Ebola remain unknown, according to Africa's top public health official.

The figures on recoveries, patients in treatment and deaths indicate that 297 confirmed cases are currently unaccounted for.

"This is a concern that we have. Where are these people?" Dr Jean Kaseya, Director General of the Africa Centers for Disease Control andPrevention (Africa CDC), was quoted as saying by The Guardian.

He added that the ongoing humanitarian crisis and conflict in affected areas have left more than one million people living in camps that health workers cannot access.

<h2>WHO Projects More Than 8,000 Cases</h2>

Read More: <a href="https://www.healthandme.com/health-news/ebola-outbreak-the-unusual-symptoms-seen-in-patients-infected-with-bundibugyo-article-154757437" data-type="tilCustomLink">Ebola Outbreak: The Unique Symptoms Seen In Patients Infected With Bundibugyo</a>

The current outbreak, caused by the Bundibugyo strain, was officially declared on May 15.

As per projections published by the World Health Organization's Africa regional office in The Lancet Infectious Diseases estimate that the outbreak could reach about 8,210 cases and 1,420 deaths by mid-September.

The first trial of drugs that may treat the Bundibugyo virus is expected to begin in the DRC next week. A separate trial testing an antiviral drug to prevent infection among close contacts is scheduled to start a week later.

The outbreak is being driven by the rare Bundibugyo strain, for which there are currently no approved vaccines or treatments.

Scientists working to develop vaccines and therapies say progress is being slowed by the lack of a viable virus sample.

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<h2><span rel="noindex">US CDC Raises Response To Highest Level</span></h2>

Meanwhile, the <span>US CDC</span> raised its response to the Ebola outbreak in the Congo to its highest level, but said the risk of the disease spreading in the US remained low.

The move, reserved for the most severe health crises, signals growing concern over the rare strain's rapid spread.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention raised its emergency activation to Level 1. It is the most severe designation, which is reserved for critical emergencies and assigns the largest number of staff possible to work the response.

The CDC has also deployed 19 staff members overseas to assist its country teams with the response, Dr Satish Pillai, incident manager for the CDC's Ebola response, said ⁠in a press briefing.

The CDC is also providing financial resources to partners on the ground and has trained 25 local field epidemiologists who can operate in areas that CDC staff cannot access.

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The Ebola virus disease outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has reached 1,203 confirmed cases, including 321 deaths, according to the latest report from the country's public health authorities.The report said 148 patients have recovered, while 419 remain in isolation or are receiving hospital care. Health authorities have also identified 265 suspected cases, including 77 deaths.WHO Warns Fight Is Far From OverWorld Health Organization Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said on X that contact tracing in the DRC is reaching more people and more Ebola patients are recovering and returning home.However, he warned that the fight is "far from over.""War and insecurity still slow the response, and mistrust is the real battleground. Win trust, and we win this," he said.Also read: Jeremy Doku Row: Doctors Explain Why Fathers Play A Crucial Role During ChildbirthNearly 300 Confirmed Patients Unaccounted ForThe whereabouts of nearly 300 people who tested positive for Ebola remain unknown, according to Africa's top public health official.The figures on recoveries, patients in treatment and deaths indicate that 297 confirmed cases are currently unaccounted for."This is a concern that we have. Where are these people?" Dr Jean Kaseya, Director General of the Africa Centers for Disease Control andPrevention (Africa CDC), was quoted as saying by The Guardian.He added that the ongoing humanitarian crisis and conflict in affected areas have left more than one million people living in camps that health workers cannot access.WHO Projects More Than 8,000 CasesRead More: Ebola Outbreak: The Unique Symptoms Seen In Patients Infected With BundibugyoThe current outbreak, caused by the Bundibugyo strain, was officially declared on May 15.As per projections published by the World Health Organization's Africa regional office in The Lancet Infectious Diseases estimate that the outbreak could reach about 8,210 cases and 1,420 deaths by mid-September.Clinical Trials Set To BeginThe first trial of drugs that may treat the Bundibugyo virus is expected to begin in the DRC next week. A separate trial testing an antiviral drug to prevent infection among close contacts is scheduled to start a week later.The outbreak is being driven by the rare Bundibugyo strain, for which there are currently no approved vaccines or treatments.Scientists working to develop vaccines and therapies say progress is being slowed by the lack of a viable virus sample.   US CDC Raises Response To Highest LevelMeanwhile, the US CDC raised its response to the Ebola outbreak in the Congo to its highest level, but said the risk of the disease spreading in the US remained low.The move, reserved for the most severe health crises, signals growing concern over the rare strain's rapid spread.The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention raised its emergency activation to Level 1. It is the most severe designation, which is reserved for critical emergencies and assigns the largest number of staff possible to work the response.The CDC has also deployed 19 staff members overseas to assist its country teams with the response, Dr Satish Pillai, incident manager for the CDC's Ebola response, said ⁠in a press briefing.The CDC is also providing financial resources to partners on the ground and has trained 25 local field epidemiologists who can operate in areas that CDC staff cannot access.

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