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Ebola cases, deaths in DR Congo outbreak near 7,900 and 3,800 as virus spreads to 2 more health zones
An Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo continues to grow, with reported cases approaching 7,900 and deaths near 3,800, according to a report from CIDRAP, an infectious disease news outlet. The virus has now spread to two additional health zones, signaling that containment efforts have not yet stopped transmission. Readers following the story are seeing updates on the outbreak's expanding geographic reach and its heavy death toll.
Why now: Health authorities report the outbreak has spread to two more health zones, marking a concerning escalation.
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