Tag: Ebola
Some health workers in Congo’s Ebola outbreak go on strike over pay issues as deaths near 600
BUNIA – Healthcare workers at the center of Congo’s latest Ebola outbreak are taking a stand by walking off the job, protesting significant delays...
Congo’s Ebola outbreak rises to 100 deaths out of 550 cases as conflict slows response
BUNIA – The recent Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo has resulted in the tragic loss of at least 100 lives, as reported by health...
Ebola concerns reach Houston as global outbreak intersects with World Cup travel
As the excitement builds for the upcoming World Cup, health officials are working diligently to ensure the safety of travelers and attendees. Recent communications...
Congo health ministry reports 131 deaths from Ebola as American doctor tests positive for virus
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently issued travel advisories for Americans planning to visit Congo and Uganda. While the risk to...
WHO declares global health emergency over Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda
ABUJA – The World Health Organization (WHO) has officially declared the recent Ebola outbreak, caused by the rare Bundibugyo virus in the Democratic Republic...