Congo reports 72 new Ebola cases in single day as month-old outbreak intensifies
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Mark Banchereau, Jean-Yves Kamale
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Summary
Congo's Ministry of Health reported 72 new Ebola cases in a 24-hour period, one of the highest daily increases since the outbreak was declared a month ago. The total confirmed cases reached 782, with 181 confirmed deaths including 29 new fatalities. While the numbers indicate rapid spread of the virus, officials note that improved surveillance and community reporting are also contributing to the higher case counts. The outbreak is occurring in one of the world's most challenging regions for disease containment.
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· 5 pulledCongolese authorities have reported one of the highest daily increases in Ebola cases, as the virus spreads quickly and surveillance efforts improve in the month-old outbreak in one of the world's most challenging regions.
Congo's Ministry of Health on Sunday said 72 new cases were reported in a 24-hour period, bringing the total number of confirmed cases to 782.
Those include 181 confirmed deaths, with 29 new ones.
The ministry said that while the numbers show the outbreak is spreading rapidly, it also reflects more active surveillance.
Community members are reporting
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