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Ebola Bundibugyo outbreak expanding in Democratic Republic of the Congo
The WHO reports the Bundibugyo virus disease (BVD) outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is expanding, with thousands of confirmed cases and many deaths.
The World Health Organization (WHO) says the Bundibugyo virus disease (BVD) outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is intensifying, with sustained transmission and continued increases in reported cases and deaths. The outbreak has expanded from Ituri Province to five provinces and 49 health zones.
As of 30 July 2026, the WHO reports 3,605 confirmed cases and 1,587 deaths. This corresponds to a crude case fatality ratio (CFR), meaning the proportion of confirmed cases that result in death, of 44%.
The WHO reports response operations are complicated by insecurity, population displacement, and cross-border movements. WHO says a substantial scaling up of response activities is needed, and highlights the need to maintain heightened surveillance, preparedness, and control measures.
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