Ebola outbreak with uncommon strain erupts in Congo and Uganda; 65 deaths

Africa CDC highlighted other complications of this outbreak, which include the urban context of Bunia and Rwampara; intense movement of people in the area, including mining-related mobility; militia clashes in the area; and gaps in contact tracing. The agency also noted the potential spillover not just to Uganda but also to South Sudan. “Given the high population movement between affected areas and neighboring countries, rapid regional coordination is essential,” Dr. …