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Ebola in Africa: Why it's a constant threat

On May 17, 2026, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared a public health emergency of international concern for Ebola outbreaks caused by the Bundibugyo virus in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda, noting it did not meet pandemic criteria. The article details Ebola's history in Africa, including past large outbreaks that killed thousands, its variants, symptoms, approved treatments like Ebanga and Inmazeb, vaccines such as Ervebo, and ongoing vaccine trials, emphasizing the virus’s persistent threat to affected regions.

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Ebola virus diseasepublic health emergencyEbola outbreaksAfrican nationsEbola variantsEbola treatmentsEbola vaccinesWHO pandemic criteriaErvebo vaccine

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Ebola in Africa: Why it's a constant threat

May 26, 2026, 8:00 PM

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