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DRC Ebola surge hits 2,500 cases; Oxford starts vaccine trial

7/23/2026

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The Democratic Republic of Congo reported 2,536 Ebola cases and 1,033 deaths by July 23 2026, the fastest-growing outbreak.
Oxford University started a Phase I trial of a Bundibugyo-virus vaccine with 50 healthy volunteers.
WHO chief Tedros Ghebreyesus said over 80 % of new infections occur outside known contact lists.
Only about 77 % of contacts are monitored nationwide, far below the 95 % target while community mistrust and rebel attacks slow testing.

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Story summary

The Democratic Republic of Congo reported 2,536 Ebola cases and 1,033 deaths by July 23 2026, the fastest-growing outbreak.
Oxford University started a Phase I trial of a Bundibugyo-virus vaccine with 50 healthy volunteers.
WHO chief Tedros Ghebreyesus said over 80 % of new infections occur outside known contact lists.
Only about 77 % of contacts are monitored nationwide, far below the 95 % target while community mistrust and rebel attacks slow testing.