The World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus stated that ongoing fighting in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DR Congo) is obstructing efforts to control the spread of Ebola. The situation poses significant challenges for health officials working to manage the outbreak.
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WHO warns of challenges in DR Congo due to Ebola and conflict
The WHO has expressed concerns about the impact of conflict on Ebola containment efforts in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus highlighted that fighting is hindering health initiatives aimed at stopping the disease's spread.
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Ebola-hit DR Congo faces 'catastrophic collision' of disease and conflict, WHO warns
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