The latest outbreak of Ebola in the DRC was declared after 55 deaths and more than 100 cases.

November 18, 2020 Read 1 minute Add topic to email alert Receive an email when a new article is posted Please enter your email address to receive emails when new articles are posted .. "data-action " subscribe "> Subscribe The request could not be processed. Please try again later.If you continue to have this issue, please contact us customerservice@slackinc.com.. Return to Healio The 11th outbreak of Ebola in the Democratic Republic of the Congo was declared today, ending a six-month effort in Equator. "This is a big achievement, especially in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic," said CDC Director. Robert R. Redfield, MD, Said in a statement.The eleventh outbreak of Ebola in the Democratic Republic of the Congo was officially declared more than five months later. Outbreak Announced on June 1st — Just Second largest The historical outbreak of Ebola has come to an end on the other side of the country. According to WHO, by gene sequencing Outbreak was not related.. According to WHO, recent outbreaks included 119 confirmed cases, 11 possible cases and 55 deaths. Overall, more than 40,000 people were vaccinated during the outbreak. Cold chain storage has kept the vaccine cold for up to a week, allowing responders to vaccinate people in areas without electricity, WHO said. Robert R. Redfield "Overcoming one of the world's most dangerous pathogens in a remote and inaccessible community shows what is possible when science and solidarity come together," said WHO Africa Regional Director. Matshidiso Moeti, MBBS, MSc, Said in a press release. "Ebola Initiatives In parallel with COVID-19 It wasn't easy, but much of the expertise we've built up with one illness can be transferred to another, making it important to invest in emergency preparedness and build local capabilities. I'm emphasizing. " Although the outbreak is over, WHO said continuous vigilance and strong surveillance are important. Flare up is possible In the next few months. Add topic to email alert Receive an email when a new article is posted Please enter your email address to receive emails when new articles are posted .. "data-action " subscribe "> Subscribe The request could not be processed. Please try again later.If you continue to have this issue, please contact us customerservice@slackinc.com.. Return to Healio Ebola Resource Center Pictures Credit