Number of Ebola Cases in Congo Surpasses 11,000
The WHO said that the Bundibugyo ebolavirus outbreak in Congo ‘continues at a high, sustained level of transmission, with no sign of decline.’
TL;DR
- Confirmed Ebola cases in Congo exceed 11,000.
- There have been 5,387 deaths attributed to Ebola.
- The case fatality rate is 48.8 percent.
- Eight provinces and 67 health zones are affected.
- Delayed detection, conflict, and strained health services have accelerated the spread.
- Many deaths occurred outside of treatment centers.