Ebola cases in eastern Congo climb to 782 and deaths reach 181, authorities say (opens original article in a new tab)

Ebola cases in eastern Congo rise to 782 with 181 deaths, as challenges like conflict and limited contact tracing hinder control efforts.

• Confirmed Ebola cases in Congo reach 782 with 181 deaths.
• Outbreak caused by Bundibugyo virus with no approved vaccine or treatment.
• Contact tracing hindered by conflict, displacement, and movement of people in eastern provinces.