The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) announced on Sunday a further increase in the number of confirmed Ebola cases, which now stands at 515 infected people, according to the latest data released by the country's health authorities.
In the past 24 hours, 27 new samples have tested positive for the virus, illustrating the continued spread of the disease despite efforts to contain the outbreak.
Congolese authorities also reported that the death toll has risen to 91 among confirmed cases. Medical teams are continuing operations to screen for the virus, trace contacts, and treat patients in the affected areas.
This new Ebola outbreak has mobilized national health authorities as well as several international organizations. Last week, the European Commissioner for Equality, Preparedness and Crisis Management, Hadja Lahbib, visited Bunia to assess the situation on the ground and the humanitarian needs.
The epidemic is mainly affecting the east of the country, a region that has been facing security challenges for several years, complicating access to care and operations to combat infectious diseases.
Despite these difficulties, Congolese authorities are continuing awareness campaigns, health surveillance and vaccination efforts to limit the transmission of the virus.
Ebola is a serious viral disease transmitted through direct contact with the bodily fluids of an infected person. Symptoms include fever, fatigue, muscle pain, vomiting, and, in severe cases, hemorrhaging.
Health officials are urging the public to respect preventive measures and to quickly report any suspicious symptoms in order to curb the spread of the epidemic.
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