Ebola outbreaks keep defying control in Congo despite sustained efforts — Here's why (opens original article in a new tab)

Ebola outbreaks in Congo remain uncontrollable due to conflict, mistrust, and lack of preventive measures, despite international efforts. Health workers struggle to trace contacts and contain the virus in displacement camps, where attacks on treatment sites have occurred.

• Ebola outbreak in DRC declared international health emergency by WHO
• Aid workers face challenges in displacement camps due to mistrust and conflict
• Outbreak involves rare Ebola species with no vaccine and no preventive measures in camps
• Treatment sites attacked by locals over burial restrictions and skepticism