World·24d ago
WHO chief says Ebola is spreading rapidly in Congo, upgrades risk assessment
The World Health Organization has raised its risk assessment for the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo to 'very high' as the disease spreads rapidly. Currently, there are 82 confirmed cases and seven deaths, but officials believe the actual numbers are much higher, with nearly 750 suspected cases reported. The outbreak is exacerbated by a lack of medical resources and local resistance to health measures, including incidents of violence against treatment facilities.
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Health·24d ago
WHO raises risk of Ebola turning into a national outbreak in Congo to ‘very high’
The World Health Organization has classified the risk of the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola escalating into a national outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo as 'very high.' This strain currently lacks an approved vaccine or treatment and was declared an emergency of international concern by the WHO on Sunday.
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Business·24d ago
EU’s Dombrovskis Sees ECB Rate Response to Inflation Shock
Valdis Dombrovskis, the European Union's economy chief, stated that the European Central Bank (ECB) must respond to rising inflation linked to the ongoing war in Iran. He emphasized the need for the ECB to maintain its independence while addressing the economic challenges, as the European Commission has revised its growth and inflation forecasts for 2026. Dombrovskis and other officials highlighted the importance of temporary government interventions to support consumers and businesses amid the energy crisis, while also advocating for a transition away from fossil fuel dependency.
Financial Post
