The World Health Organization warned that the Ebola epidemic in the Democratic Republic of Congo is out of control and may surpass the 2014-2016 outbreak, which was the deadliest ever recorded. The death toll has already exceeded 2,900 people.
The 2014-2016 outbreak, which mainly affected West Africa, killed more than 11,000 people, setting a devastating precedent. The current situation in the DRC raises similar concerns among international health authorities.
One of the main difficulties in fighting the disease is the absence of a vaccine specifically approved for this type of virus. This limitation significantly complicates the efforts of health organizations on the ground.
WHO continues to monitor the situation and coordinate international responses to try to contain the spread of the disease, although conditions on the ground represent constant challenges for medical and humanitarian teams.
