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At least 131 dead in DR Congo Ebola outbreak

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At least 131 dead in DR Congo Ebola outbreak

One US national who contracted Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo has been evacuated to Germany for as special treatment. Meanwhile the Bundibugyo strain of the virus keeps circulating in the DRC. Travel warnings and entry restrictions for non-US citizens who have recently been in affected regions have been issued, including Uganda, the DRC and South Sudan.

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© France 24 01:34 At least 131 dead in DR Congo Ebola outbreak Issued on: 19/05/2026 - 12:11 Modified: 19/05/2026 - 12:11 Share One US national who contracted Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo has been evacuated to Germany for as special treatment. Meanwhile the Bundibugyo strain of the virus keeps circulating in the DRC. Travel warnings and entry restrictions for non-US citizens who have recently been in affected regions have been issued, including Uganda, the DRC and South Sudan.

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