4 Aug, 20:30··

DR Congo Opens New Ebola Treatment Center

France24

A new Ebola treatment center opened in Bunia, DR Congo. Health officials are trying to slow the spread of the disease. The World Health Organization says the outbreak is happening very quickly.

The center is the largest one built in the DRC to fight Ebola. It is located in Bunia, a region at the heart of the outbreak. Over 3,800 people have been confirmed as having the disease. Sadly, 1,707 people have died from the illness. The World Health Organization considers the pace of the outbreak ‘exceptional’.

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Highlights

New Ebola Center Opens

A new Ebola treatment center opened in Bunia, North-East DR Congo.

Largest Facility Built

The center is the country’s largest Ebola treatment facility.

Outbreak Rapidly Spreading

The World Health Organization says the outbreak is increasing quickly.

High Case and Death Toll

Over 3,800 cases have been confirmed, and 1,707 people have died.

Bunia as Key Location

Bunia is a key area where the Ebola outbreak is happening.

Timeline

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