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Ebola Outbreak Doubling: Congo Faces Largest Ever Epidemic
12 Aug
Summary
- Ebola outbreak in Congo is doubling in size every 20 days.
- The United Nations warns of an exponentially expanding case load.
- The current outbreak is on track to become the largest ever recorded.
The Ebola outbreak in Congo is experiencing exponential growth, with case numbers doubling approximately every 20 days. This alarming rate of expansion, reported by the United Nations humanitarian chief, places the epidemic on a trajectory to become the largest ever documented.
Three months after its official declaration, the outbreak's case load continues to escalate dramatically. Many experts believe the actual number of infections may be significantly higher than reported, underscoring the urgency of containment efforts.
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