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Ebola recoveries bring signs of hope in DRC as suspected cases emerge outside Africa
- Four nurses treated for Bundibugyo Ebola in Bunia have been discharged after recovery, signaling progress in Congo's outbreak.
- Total confirmed Ebola cases in DRC have reached 282 with 42 deaths as new positive tests are recorded.
- Suspected Ebola cases outside Africa are being investigated in Brazil and Italy due to travel to affected nations.
- The WHO declared the Bundibugyo outbreak a public health emergency of international concern earlier this month.
- WHO Director-General Tedros said there is no licensed vaccine or treatment for Bundibugyo Ebola but survival is possible with good medical care.
- Uganda and Congo have faced multiple outbreaks, with this one being the 17th in Congo and the third-largest since Ebola's discovery.
- Uganda's Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention director warned of regional spread risk as cases rise.
- Brazil and Italy reported suspected cases linked to Congo travel, prompting investigation.
- Officials emphasized that containment and funding are critical as global response intensifies.
- Health workers highlight ongoing response efforts including PPE use and medical center readiness.
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