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DRC Ebola Outbreak Hits Record 3,262 Cases, 1,437 Deaths

7/28/2026

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DRC health authorities reported 3,262 Ebola cases and 1,437 deaths, the fastest outbreak in its history.
The Ministry of Health recorded 125 new infections and 51 deaths in the last 24 hours.
The outbreak is driven by the Bundibugyo strain, which has no approved vaccine or specific treatment.
UN deputy spokesman Farhan Haq said UN partners delivered over 140,000 hot meals, made 27,000 household visits and expanded surveillance and contact tracing.

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DRC health authorities reported 3,262 Ebola cases and 1,437 deaths, the fastest outbreak in its history.
The Ministry of Health recorded 125 new infections and 51 deaths in the last 24 hours.
The outbreak is driven by the Bundibugyo strain, which has no approved vaccine or specific treatment.
UN deputy spokesman Farhan Haq said UN partners delivered over 140,000 hot meals, made 27,000 household visits and expanded surveillance and contact tracing.