The International Rescue Committee (IRC) reported on May 27, 2026, that the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) could become one of the deadliest on record if global health organizations do not prioritize efforts to contain the disease. The IRC noted that the outbreak is spreading more rapidly than the current response, with over 900 suspected cases reported in both Congo and Uganda.
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Ebola outbreak in Congo could become one of the deadliest, warns IRC
The International Rescue Committee has warned that the ongoing Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo could become one of the deadliest in history if containment efforts are not prioritized. Over 900 suspected cases have been reported in Congo and Uganda.
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