Ebola outbreak spreads in DR Congo_ Dozens dead as rare strain raises alarm

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The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the escalating Ebola epidemic a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC). Triggered by the exceptionally rare Bundibugyo Ebola virus variant, the virus has already claimed at least 88 lives out of 336 suspected cases. The virus has successfully crossed international borders from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) into neighboring Uganda. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/today-explained--6659607/support.Don’t miss our latest episodes! follow us to stay updates with fresh news everyday. Let’s keep the support our podcast to serve update news entire the world!

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