Ebola Outbreak Update: Vaccines Continue To Arrive As Congo Yet Again Becomes Disease Hotspot

Ebola Outbreak Update: Vaccines Continue To Arrive As Congo Yet Again Becomes Disease Hotspot

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Updated Sep 17, 2025 | 07:01 AM IST

SummaryThe Democratic Republic of the Congo has launched Ebola vaccinations in Kasai just days after declaring an outbreak. Initial doses reached Bulape, with more shipments expected. Authorities report 81 cases and 28 deaths so far. Global partners approved 45,000 additional vaccine doses, while contact tracing and therapeutic drug supplies intensify the response efforts.

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