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Congo Ebola outbreak fastest-growing on record, may surpass all prior epidemics

The current Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo is spreading faster than any previous outbreak, with case counts potentially exceeding all historical records. The rapid growth is attributed to factors such as community resistance, insecurity, and weak healthcare infrastructure. This poses a significant public health threat with potential for regional spread.

Zeit Onlineabout 21 hours agoCDCredibility 23%View source

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Mosaic Score6.7
Confidence0.5
Significance0.8
Source credibility0.2

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Democratic Republic of Congo
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