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Congo Ebola Death Toll Tops 2,000 as Outbreak Becomes Fastest Spreading on Record

Updated on: August 11, 2026 / 6:36 AM EDT / CBS/AP

Congo Ebola Death Toll Tops 2,000 as Outbreak Becomes Fastest Spreading on Record

TL;DR

  • At least 2,000 people have died among the 4,381 confirmed cases in Congo's Ebola outbreak.
  • The outbreak is the fastest-spreading on record and the second-largest in history.
  • Rebel conflict, bad roads, and unpaid health workers hinder response efforts.
  • Many new cases are occurring outside of monitored contacts.
  • The outbreak is caused by the rare Bundibugyo virus, which lacks approved vaccines or treatments.

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