WHO Uganda The The This is the 17th outbreak of the deadly viral disease in the country.It is spread through direct contact with bodily fluids and through broken skin, causing severe bleeding and organ failure.There is no proven cure for Ebola, with the average fatality rate is around 50%, according to the WHO.Africa CDC previously said it was concerned by the high risk of further spread due to the urban settings of Rwampara and Bunia, and mining activities in Mongwalu.The health agency’s executive director Dr Jean Kaseya added that “significant population movement” between the affected areas and neighbouring countries also meant regional co-ordination was essential.Around 15,000 people have died from the virus in African countries over the past 50 years.DR Congo’s deadliest outbreak was between 2018 and 2020, during which nearly 2,300 people died.Last year, 45 people died after an outbreak in a remote region.New outbreak of Ebola kills 80 in eastern DR CongoSix steps to stop Ebola from spreadingUgandaDemocratic Republic of CongoWorld Health Organization (WHO)AfricaEbola virus
