Congo Ebola outbreak moving toward a major city

With at least 680 cases, outbreak already the second-largest in history


Health officials are concerned that Ebola appears to be spreading in the direction of Goma, a major population center in the Democratic Republic of Congo, according to an article on the Vox website.

 At least 680 people have already been infected with the virus in the DRC. It’s the second-largest Ebola outbreak in history, with 414 deaths so far.

Last week, DRC’s health ministry confirmed four cases of the deadly virus in Kayina, a town in North Kivu, where fighting among rebel and militia groups are interrupting the work of health workers.

Kayina is halfway between Butembo, currently one of the outbreak’s most active hotspots, and Goma, where a million people live.

Read the article.

 

 



February 4, 2019



Recent Posts

Healthcare Real Estate: Challenges and Industry Shifts for 2025

The hurdles include balancing expansion with financial constraints, the sustainability of office and retail conversions, and technological disruptions.


Geisinger to Build $32 Million Cancer Center in Pennsylvania

The two-story, 40,000-square-foot facility will be home to the cancer center with space for future growth of services.


Sunflower Medical Group Experiences Data Breach

To date, Sunflower has no evidence that personal information has been misused.


Strategies to Eradicate Biofilm Containing C. Auris

Understanding the speed and risks of contamination after room disinfection should inform managers’ environmental cleaning recommendations.


Man Attacks Nurses, Police Officer at Jefferson Hospital

The man allegedly attacked the staff members before being restrained and sedated.


 
 


FREE Newsletter Signup Form

News & Updates | Webcast Alerts
Building Technologies | & More!

 
 
 


All fields are required. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.