Congo Reports 72 New Ebola Cases in Single Day, One Month After Outbreak Declaration
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Summary
Congo reported 72 new Ebola cases in a 24-hour period, one of the largest daily increases since the outbreak was declared a month ago. The virus is spreading rapidly in a remote region, and containment efforts are complicated by a shifting population that makes contact tracing difficult. The health ministry noted the spike also reflects more active surveillance efforts.
Key quotes
· 3 pulledCongolese authorities have reported one of the highest daily increases in Ebola cases in the month-old outbreak
The virus spreads quickly in a remote region whose shifting population challenges efforts to find those exposed
The country's health ministry said that spike also reflects more active surveillance
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