Ebola's Unwelcome Return: The Forgotten Lessons of Eastern Congo The World Health Organization (WHO) declared a public health emergency in response to the ongoing outbreak of the Bundibugyo variant of the Ebola virus in eastern Congo.
This declaration serves as a stark reminder that some diseases remain as elusive and deadly as ever, despite advances in medical science.
Since the outbreak began, over 88 lives have been lost, and more than 300 people infected. The potential for international spread has sparked concern among health officials.