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EPISODE · May 19, 2026 · 9 MIN

Rare strain of deadly Ebola virus went undetected for weeks in DR Congo

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An outbreak of the rare Bundibugyo Ebola strain has been spreading undetected for more than three weeks in the northeastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), causing at least 88 deaths out of more than 336 suspected cases. The World Health Organization (WHO) officially declared the epidemic a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC).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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