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Congolese report constant burials as deaths in new Ebola outbreak reach 80

The Ituri Ebola outbreak in Congo has risen to 80 deaths as authorities escalate screening and tracing efforts.
Eight laboratory-confirmed cases and four deaths have been reported in the outbreak so far.
Health officials identified Bundibugyo as the Ebola strain involved in the Congo outbreak.
Uganda reported a related Ebola case imported from Congo, with the patient dying in Kampala.
Kenya and Uganda increased regional alerts due to the risk of cross-border transmission.
Congo’s Ituri outbreak has reached three health zones including Bunia, Rwampara, and Mongwalu.
Health ministers warned about the disease’s high contagion and potential for rapid spread.
Cross-border concerns grew as Uganda reported an imported case and started screening.
Regional health authorities urged rapid response despite geographic and logistical challenges.
Officials confirmed three health zones with the outbreak including Bunia, the capital of Ituri.
Officials emphasized the need for rapid testing and sample analysis to guide outbreak response.

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