'I buried my parents one day after the other' - Ebola mourners learn how to grieve safely (opens original article in a new tab)

In DR Congo's Bunia, Ebola survivors and families are adapting to safe burial practices to prevent virus spread, with health workers balancing cultural sensitivities and infection control.

• Ebola outbreak in DR Congo's Bunia has led to safe burial protocols to prevent transmission.
• Families are being educated to avoid traditional practices like washing bodies, which risk spreading the virus.
• Health workers use transparent coffins and body bags to allow family visibility while maintaining safety measures.